Very Good
#607 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 27% in state
Thomas Benton Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
1410 HINKSON AVE, Columbia, MO 65201
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#607 of 2,221
In Columbia
#13 of 33
public schools
In district
#13 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Thomas Benton Elem.
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About Thomas Benton Elem.
Thomas Benton Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Thomas Benton Elem. serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Benton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #607 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas Benton Elem. show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Thomas Benton Elem. — Students at Thomas Benton Elem. score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Thomas Benton Elem. Compares
See how Thomas Benton Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1410 HINKSON AVE, Columbia, MO 65201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Benton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.7 mi | — |
| SHEPARD BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 1.7 mi | — |
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| DERBY RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTER FOR EARLY LRNING-NORTH Columbia | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN B. LANGE MIDDLE Columbia | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,177
Median Home Value
$229,300
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
49,811
College Educated
53.7%
Homeownership
32.5%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
35%
Median Age
23.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 7.3 |
| HUMANSVILLE ELEM. Humansville, MO | 7.3 |
| MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.3 |
| NORTH WOOD ELEM. Salem, MO | 7.3 |
| SALISBURY ELEM. Salisbury, MO | 7.3 |
| SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Benton Elem.
What grades does Thomas Benton Elem. serve?
Thomas Benton Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas Benton Elem.?
Thomas Benton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Benton Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Benton Elem. is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Benton Elem. rank in MO?
Thomas Benton Elem. ranks #607 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Thomas Benton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Benton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Thomas Benton Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Benton Elem. has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thomas Benton Elem. a charter school?
No, Thomas Benton Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Benton Elem. a Title I school?
No, Thomas Benton Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Benton Elem.?
100.0% of students at Thomas Benton Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3610
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #13 of 33
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