Very Good
#332 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 15% in state
Ulysses S. Grant Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
10 E BROADWAY, Columbia, MO 65203
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#332 of 2,221
In Columbia
#8 of 33
public schools
In district
#8 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ulysses S. Grant Elem.
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About Ulysses S. Grant Elem.
Ulysses S. Grant Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Ulysses S.
Grant Elem. serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ulysses S. Grant Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Ulysses S. Grant Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ulysses S. Grant Elem. — Students at Ulysses S. Grant Elem. score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 8.8/10.
How Ulysses S. Grant Elem. Compares
See how Ulysses S. Grant 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
10 E BROADWAY, Columbia, MO 65203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ulysses S. Grant Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 0.6 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| THOMAS BENTON ELEM. Columbia | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.7 mi | — |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,442
Median Home Value
$319,100
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
59,663
College Educated
64.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia, MO | 7.9 |
| LEE HUNTER ELEM. Sikeston, MO | 7.9 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country, MO | 7.9 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.9 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.9 |
| RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ulysses S. Grant Elem.
What grades does Ulysses S. Grant Elem. serve?
Ulysses S. Grant Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ulysses S. Grant Elem.?
Ulysses S. Grant Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ulysses S. Grant Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Ulysses S. Grant Elem. is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ulysses S. Grant Elem. rank in MO?
Ulysses S. Grant Elem. ranks #332 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ulysses S. Grant Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ulysses S. Grant Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Ulysses S. Grant Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ulysses S. Grant Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ulysses S. Grant Elem. a charter school?
No, Ulysses S. Grant Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ulysses S. Grant Elem. a Title I school?
No, Ulysses S. Grant Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ulysses S. Grant Elem.?
38.5% of students at Ulysses S. Grant 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
- 338
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.7%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3520
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #8 of 33
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