Serving 323 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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Derby Ridge Elementary serves the northern part of Columbia, MO, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Derby Ridge Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
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 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1961 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
47%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
24%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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?
323 students attend Derby Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Derby Ridge Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% 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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