For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,035 students in the neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia, MO.
The top-ranked public school in North Central Columbia is David H. Hickman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David H. Hickman High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1104 N Providence Rd
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3000
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,035 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia, MO include David H. Hickman High School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia?
the neighborhood of North Central Columbia, Columbia public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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