RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM.

500 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Russell Boulevard Elementary, located at 1800 W. Rollins Rd. in Columbia, Missouri, is a well-regarded school within the Columbia Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its strong focus on community, academic growth, and fostering a supportive learning environment. It is often recognized for its dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize the social-emotional and intellectual development of their students, aiming to create a foundation for lifelong learning.

The school is an integral part of its neighborhood, benefiting from an active parent-teacher organization and community involvement that enhances the educational experience. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, Russell Boulevard Elementary emphasizes a balanced curriculum that encourages students to excel not only in core subjects like literacy and mathematics but also in creative and collaborative pursuits. Its location in Columbia provides students with a stable and nurturing atmosphere, making it a prominent school choice for families within the district.

500

Total Students

34.4

Full-Time Teachers

14.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM.
Demographic	Student Count
White	380
Hispanic	22
Black	38
Asian	14
Two or More	45
Pacific Islander	1

White
380 (76.0%)
Two or More
45 (9.0%)
Black
38 (7.6%)
Hispanic
22 (4.4%)
Asian
14 (2.8%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	COLUMBIA 93
Phone:	(573)214-3650
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	500
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	34.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	66
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	21

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 14

Kindergarten 71

Grade 1 86

Grade 2 88

Grade 3 86

Grade 4 84

Grade 5 71

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM.
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	14
Kindergarten	71
Grade 1	86
Grade 2	88
Grade 3	86
Grade 4	84
Grade 5	71

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM.
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	229	45.8%
Male	271	54.2%

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