For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,397 students in 65201, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65201, MO are Jefferson Middle School, Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School and Cedar Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65201 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65201, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65201, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
713 Rogers St
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3210
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3210
Grades: 6-8
| 621 students
Rank: #22.
Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1208 Locust
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3530
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3530
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: #33.
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2345 Howell Mountain Drive
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3880
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3880
Grades: K-5
| 469 students
Rank: #44.
Shepard Blvd. Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2616 Shepard Blvd
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3660
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3660
Grades: PK-5
| 547 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
New Haven Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3301 New Haven Rd
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3640
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3640
Grades: PK-5
| 257 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Thomas Benton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Hinkson Ave
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3610
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3610
Grades: PK-5
| 216 students
Rank: n/an/a
1010 Rangeline St
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3750
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3750
Grades: 1-5
| n/a students
65201, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1010 Rangeline St
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3620
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 214-3620
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65201, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65201, MO include Jefferson Middle School, Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School and Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65201?
7 public elementary schools are located in 65201.
What is the racial composition of students in 65201?
65201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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