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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 65202


At a glance
13
Schools
4,946
Students
3
Districts
Top rankedTwo Mile Prairie Elementary106th of 900 Missouri elementary schools
Biggest riser
John B. Lange Middle up 66 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Derby Ridge Elementary 9.9 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
4★
3★
2★
1★
0★
3 schools without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The 65202 zip code area of Columbia, Missouri is home to 13 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and 2 alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with some standout elementary schools like Midway Heights Elementary and Two Mile Prairie Elementary consistently ranking among the top schools in the state, while the middle and high schools, such as Muriel Battle High School, struggle with lower test scores.

The data also highlights the socioeconomic challenges faced by some schools in the area, with high percentages of free and reduced-price lunch recipients at schools like Alpha Hart Lewis and Juvenile Justice Center. Additionally, chronic absenteeism rates are a concern across the district, with most schools reporting around 24.3% chronic absenteeism. The variation in spending per student and student-teacher ratios suggests differences in resource allocation and prioritization within the Columbia 93 school district.

Overall, the data highlights the diversity of schools within the 65202 zip code area, with some standout high-performing schools as well as schools facing significant challenges. Analyzing these patterns can help the district identify areas for improvement and target resources to support student success across all schools.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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