Below Average
#1983 of 2,221 schools in MO
West Blvd. Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
319 WEST BLVD NORTH, Columbia, MO 65203
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,983 of 2,221
In Columbia
#31 of 33
public schools
In district
#31 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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West Blvd. Elem.
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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West Middle School
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About West Blvd. Elem.
West Blvd. Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. West Blvd.
Elem. serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. West Blvd. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,983 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for West Blvd. Elem. show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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West Blvd. Elem. — Students at West Blvd. Elem. score 31% 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 (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 2.0/10.
How West Blvd. Elem. Compares
See how West Blvd. 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
319 WEST BLVD NORTH, Columbia, MO 65203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Blvd. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 0.4 mi | — |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.5 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. Columbia | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia | 1.9 mi | — |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| COLE ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO | 4.1 |
| GRADEN ELEM. Parkville, MO | 4.1 |
| GRANNEMANN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| PLEASANT HILL ELEM. Pleasant Hill, MO | 4.1 |
| SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence, MO | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Blvd. Elem.
What grades does West Blvd. Elem. serve?
West Blvd. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend West Blvd. Elem.?
West Blvd. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Blvd. Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at West Blvd. Elem. is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Blvd. Elem. rank in MO?
West Blvd. Elem. ranks #1,983 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is West Blvd. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
West Blvd. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 West Blvd. Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Blvd. Elem. has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is West Blvd. Elem. a charter school?
No, West Blvd. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Blvd. Elem. a Title I school?
No, West Blvd. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Blvd. Elem.?
100.0% of students at West Blvd. 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
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3670
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #31 of 33
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