Serving 656 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beulah Ralph Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beulah Ralph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Beulah Ralph Elementary School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Beulah Ralph Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beulah Ralph Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#277 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
14%
15%
White
60%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beulah Ralph Elementary School's ranking?
Beulah Ralph Elementary School is ranked #277 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Beulah Ralph Elementary School often compared to?
Beulah Ralph Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School, Rock Bridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Beulah Ralph Elementary School?
656 students attend Beulah Ralph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Beulah Ralph Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beulah Ralph Elementary School?
Beulah Ralph Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beulah Ralph Elementary School offer ?
Beulah Ralph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beulah Ralph Elementary School part of?
Beulah Ralph Elementary School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
In what neighborhood is Beulah Ralph Elementary School located?
Beulah Ralph Elementary School is located in the Thornbrook neighborhood of Columbia, MO.
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