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#288 of 399 private schools in MO

The Children's School at Stephens C

Elementary School

1400 WINDSOR ST, Columbia, MO 65215

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#288 of 399

In Columbia

#7 of 10

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About The Children's School at Stephens C

The Children's School at Stephens C is a private elementary school in Columbia, MO. The Children's School at Stephens C serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. The Children's School at Stephens C has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #288 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares0.7 pts below MO schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 39 students, The Children's School at Stephens C is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

The Children's School at Stephens C is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Children's School at Stephens C compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

This School

13.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

370

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 28.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 28.2% vs 0%

Asian 10.3% vs 0%

Black 2.6% vs 0%

The Children's School at Stephens C Columbia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Children's School at Stephens C (this school)	—	39	13:1	5.7
THOMAS BENTON ELEM.	0.2 mi	216	10.3:1	7.3
Locust St Expressive Arts Elem	0.3 mi	287	13:1	6.9
JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM.	1.0 mi	227	15.1:1	7.0
ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM.	1.1 mi	338	14.7:1	7.9
SHEPARD BLVD. ELEM.	1.7 mi	547	14:1	3.6
PARKADE ELEM.	1.8 mi	373	12:1	7.0
WEST BLVD. ELEM.	1.8 mi	320	11:1	4.1
DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL	1.8 mi	7	7:1	—
RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM.	2.5 mi	469	16.8:1	7.6
DERBY RIDGE ELEM.	2.6 mi	360	10.6:1	5.0
BLUE RIDGE ELEM.	2.7 mi	469	13.8:1	5.9
NEW HAVEN ELEM.	3.2 mi	257	12.2:1	8.0
FAIRVIEW ELEM.	3.4 mi	464	15:1	8.9
MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM.	3.6 mi	638	16.4:1	7.6
CEDAR RIDGE ELEM.	3.6 mi	469	14.7:1	7.3
JUVENILE JUSTICE CTR.	4.1 mi	16	4:1	—
MILL CREEK ELEM.	4.3 mi	585	17.2:1	8.2
ROCK BRIDGE ELEM.	4.4 mi	584	15.8:1	7.7
ALPHA HART LEWIS	4.5 mi	466	12.6:1	5.8
ELIOT BATTLE ELEMENTARY	5.4 mi	359	10.9:1	4.3

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,218

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 10.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 74%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.5 / 10

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Enrollment 39

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 28.2%

Hispanic 28.2%

Two or More 28.2%

Asian 10.3%

Black 2.6%

Native American 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1400 WINDSOR ST, Columbia, MO 65215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Children's School at Stephens C may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS BENTON ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
THOMAS BENTON ELEM. Columbia	0.2 mi	216	7.3
WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia	0.3 mi	37	6.2
Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia	0.3 mi	287	6.9
JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia	0.6 mi	621	8.6
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia	0.8 mi	47	7.9
FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia	0.8 mi	176	4.2
DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia	0.9 mi	2,035	5.2
JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia	1.0 mi	227	7.0
ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia	1.1 mi	338	7.9
SHEPARD BLVD. ELEM. Columbia	1.7 mi	547	3.6
PARKADE ELEM. Columbia	1.8 mi	373	7.0
DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia	1.8 mi	7	—
COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia	1.6 mi	5	—
WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia	1.8 mi	320	4.1
OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia	2.3 mi	550	5.9
DERBY RIDGE ELEM. Columbia	2.6 mi	360	5.0
BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Columbia	2.7 mi	469	5.9
CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia	2.8 mi	160	7.0
CENTER FOR EARLY LRNING-NORTH Columbia	2.9 mi	427	5.4
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia	2.4 mi	525	6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

245

College Educated

100%

Avg Commute

9.8 min

Median Age

19.9

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LIVINGSTON CO. ELEM. Chula, MO	47	5.7
RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO	45	5.7
ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston, MO	35	5.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Children's School at Stephens C

What grades does The Children's School at Stephens C serve?

The Children's School at Stephens C serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend The Children's School at Stephens C?

The Children's School at Stephens C has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Children's School at Stephens C?

The student-teacher ratio at The Children's School at Stephens C is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Children's School at Stephens C rank in MO?

The Children's School at Stephens C ranks #288 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is The Children's School at Stephens C's MySchoolScout rating?

The Children's School at Stephens C has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Children's School at Stephens C a private school?

Yes, The Children's School at Stephens C is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Children's School at Stephens C a religious school?

No, The Children's School at Stephens C is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

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Bike Score: 75 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment: 39
Gender Split: 56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Boone County
Phone: (573) 876-7260

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