Muriel Williams Battle High School is a public high school in Columbia, Missouri, United States. It opened for summer school on June 3, 2013, and began its first school year in August 2013. The school serves students in grades 9–12, although seniors did not attend the first year of operation.
Serving 1,508 students in grades 9-12, Muriel Battle High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muriel Battle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Muriel Battle High School's student population of 1,508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
2013
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Muriel Battle High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muriel Battle High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1683 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
32%
15%
White
41%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muriel Battle High School's ranking?
Muriel Battle High School is ranked #1683 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Muriel Battle High School often compared to?
Muriel Battle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David H. Hickman High School, Rock Bridge Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Muriel Battle High School?
The graduation rate of Muriel Battle High School is 88%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Muriel Battle High School?
1,508 students attend Muriel Battle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Muriel Battle High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muriel Battle High School?
Muriel Battle High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Muriel Battle High School offer ?
Muriel Battle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Muriel Battle High School part of?
Muriel Battle High School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
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