Preschools in the Columbia, MO Area

• Columbia, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.35 out of 5  48 reviews

Parent: We started going to CIS in JK. At first, I have to admit, I was a little skeptical when my parents voiced for their grandchild to attend the school. After being there for 2 years, I truly can’t see us anywhere us. I love the smaller class sizes. I love how all the staff really get to know each and every kid. There academics program and the standard they hold the kids to is top notch. I also love how supportive and patient they are with the kids in helping them learn. We LOVE CIS!... Read 48 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 400

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, 9-12

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  428 reviews

Junior: Especially for Missouri, this is a great school. There are many clubs and activities available- Golf, Tennis, Football, Soccer, Speech and Debate, Math Team, Anime Club, Young Democrats, Young Republicans, Young Moderates, Rock Bridge Reaches Out, and more! We help you volunteer, and Rock bridge has an excellent Speech and Debate and Math team. 25 students were National Merit finalists or honorable mentions, while most schools are lucky to have any. We're also very close to the Columbia Area Career Center, so students can walk across the parking lot and take classes there for free- you can even become a certified EMT! There were some minor issues with in-school fights and drug usage, but we are repurposing the funds we used for our in-school police officer to help prevent this. We have a COVID-19 response based off of what other schools have been successful with. Students also are given a laptop to complete schoolwork with.... Read 428 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,971

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Columbia, MO•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  38 reviews

Parent: We love this school! Our kids are thriving in the small class environment where they get the required attention to grow both academically and in developing positive character traits. We are so glad we made this choice. The teachers are awesome, the environment is so positive and loving, like a healthy family environment. It is not one of those tiny private schools where they have no students or activities, they have a great sports program and plenty of fine arts opportunities. Plus the high school is also able to take advantage of the Career Center in Columbia as well. It is the best of both worlds! Even though our kids are 5 school years apart, they attend the same building from Pre-K to 12th grade. This was a nice bonus for us as well. If you're looking for a great school with top notch academics to send your kids to, definitely check this out!... Read 38 reviews

• grade A

• Students 419

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, 9-12

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  501 reviews

Sophomore: My school focuses on diversity, integrity, excellence, and tradition. In my opinion it's a very nice high school. My teachers are all very experienced and they care about their students. There are lots of clubs, sports, and activities for the students to get involved in. For example I'm going to do cheer in the up coming school year. The cheer team is strong and supportive and the coaches on the cheer team are very experienced. Some of the students at Hickman can sometimes be disrespectful or disruptive to their teachers or fellow students; there are also chances for some of the "popular girls" to bully other students. Though overall the school has everything under control and the students are able to have a safe and peaceful study environment.... Read 501 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,920

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Blair Oaks R-II School District, MO•

• PK, K-4

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Senior: Blair Oaks is a really safe place for children. Violence is a rarity, stealing isn't common, and bullying is to a minimum.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 398

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 214

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 575

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 273

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 405

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 455

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 620

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 211

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 452

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Jamestown C-I School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 87

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• New Franklin R-I School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 212

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Cole County R-I School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 276

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, 9-12

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  104 reviews

Sophomore: I think that overall it is a great school. But, I also think some things could change. One of those is discipline. There is some punishment, iss and such, but there is little to no lasting. The students I feel don't have a fear of getting in trouble, they want to test the administrators. Like a game. This isn't fun as a student because the teachers are more focused on being an interferer than an actual teacher. There aren't many fights like the city says there are, but overall there needs to be something lasting that makes them feel intimidated to stop otherwise they never will and will continue. There needs to be less leniency on the punishment especially when it comes to interactions with teachers. If a kid yells at and hit a teacher, they need to know that the can't do that. I've have many times where students will be "play wrestling" and teacher doesn't do anything, I thought that we had a no-play fight rule. I think that is the only issue with the school. Otherwise it is amazing!... Read 104 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,608

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Moniteau County R-I School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 636

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Osage County R-III School District, MO•

• PK, K-6

• grade B

• Students 271

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 488

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 274

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 404

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Alum: As a former student my experience was decent. The staff were excellent. They were accommodating to disabilities and the teachers were passionate.... Read 1 review

• grade B minus

• Students 464

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Fayette R-III School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 332

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Columbia School District, MO•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 287

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1