Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Derby Ridge Elementary 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Derby Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Derby Ridge Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Derby Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Derby Ridge Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1961 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
42%
15%
White
29%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Derby Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Derby Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1961 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Derby Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Derby Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shepard Blvd. Elementary 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 40% MO state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Derby Ridge Elementary School?
360 students attend Derby Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Derby Ridge Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Derby Ridge Elementary School?
Derby Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Derby Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Derby Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Derby Ridge Elementary School part of?
Derby Ridge Elementary School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
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