Boone County Schools & Education
Boone County, Missouri
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
45/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
91.2%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.2%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,696
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
45/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 43/100
State Score Position
#49
of 115 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Boone County
Measured School Summary
Boone County performs at an average level with a school score of 45/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.2%.
Funding Context
At $6,696 per pupil, Boone County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 5% above the Missouri average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 0.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Boone County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
56 public schools and 6 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
45/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #49 of 115 Missouri counties with school score data.
Completion
91.2%
0.1 pts below the state average
Funding context
$6,696
$362 above the state average
School coverage
56
6 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Boone County has 56 public schools across 6 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Boone County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Dominant-district county
COLUMBIA 93 carries most of the listed public-school system, with 36 of 56 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#49
of 115 Missouri counties with school score data. The county score is 2 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
COLUMBIA 93
Elementary to high school visible
18,800 students
36 listed schools in this county slice.
SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I
Elementary to high school visible
2,006 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
HALLSVILLE R-IV
Elementary to high school visible
1,510 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
CENTRALIA R-VI
Elementary to high school visible
1,330 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
COLUMBIA 93 is the largest listed district slice, with 36 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Boone County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Boone County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Boone County, Missouri
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Robust Hub for Education
Boone County operates a massive educational network of 56 public schools serving 24,730 total students across six districts. The infrastructure is diverse, featuring 30 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, 10 high schools, and four specialized facilities.
Strong Investment and Steady Outcomes
The county spends $6,696 per pupil, exceeding the Missouri state average of $6,334. This investment supports a 91.2% graduation rate, which aligns with state standards and remains well above the 87% national benchmark.
Columbia 93 Dominates the Landscape
Columbia 93 is the powerhouse district here, managing 36 schools and nearly 18,800 students. While no charter schools operate in the county, major facilities like David H. Hickman High and Rock Bridge Senior High each serve over 2,000 students.
A Mix of Urban Energy and Rural Space
The county offers a diverse locale mix with 30 schools in city settings and 21 in rural areas, resulting in an average school size of 467 students. Large campuses like Battle High School contrast with the five town-based schools, providing families with various learning environments.
School Overview
Total Schools
56
in Boone County
Reported Enrollment
24,730
56 schools reporting
School Districts
6
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
6 School Districts in Boone County
COLUMBIA 93
GuideSOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I
HALLSVILLE R-IV
STURGEON R-V
CENTRALIA R-VI
HARRISBURG R-VIII
56 Public Schools in Boone County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 3 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 56 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH | Profile | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203City: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 2,044 |
| ROCK BRIDGE SR. HIGH | Profile | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203City: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 2,032 |
| MURIEL W. BATTLE HIGH SCHOOL | Profile | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65202Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 1,581 |
| ANN HAWKINS GENTRY MIDDLE | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203City: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 719 |
| BEULAH RALPH ELEMENTARY | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | Columbia, 65203Rural: Fringe | KG–5 | Primary | 678 |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203City: Midsize | PK–5 | Primary | 634 |
| SOUTHERN BOONE MIDDLE | Record | SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I | ASHLAND, 65010Town: Fringe | 5–8 | Middle | 629 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65201City: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 625 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203City: Midsize | PK–5 | Primary | 593 |
| ROCK BRIDGE ELEM. | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 589 |
| JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 579 |
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65202City: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 544 |
| Southern Boone High | Record | SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I | ASHLAND, 65010Town: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 540 |
| JOHN B. LANGE MIDDLE | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65202City: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 529 |
| SMITHTON MIDDLE | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203City: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 521 |
| SHEPARD BLVD. ELEM. | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65201City: Midsize | PK–5 | Primary | 516 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65203City: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 504 |
| SOUTHERN BOONE PRIMARY | Record | SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I | ASHLAND, 65010Rural: Fringe | PK–2 | Primary | 493 |
| ALPHA HART LEWIS | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65202City: Midsize | PK–5 | Primary | 486 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. | Record | COLUMBIA 93 | COLUMBIA, 65201Rural: Fringe | KG–5 | Primary | 472 |
DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH
COLUMBIA 93
COLUMBIA, 65203 / City: Midsize
ROCK BRIDGE SR. HIGH
COLUMBIA 93
COLUMBIA, 65203 / City: Midsize
MURIEL W. BATTLE HIGH SCHOOL
COLUMBIA 93
COLUMBIA, 65202 / Rural: Fringe
SOUTHERN BOONE PRIMARY
SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I
ASHLAND, 65010 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,696
State avg $6,334
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Schools in Boone County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Boone County, Missouri?
Boone County operates a massive educational network of 56 public schools serving 24,730 total students across six districts. The infrastructure is diverse, featuring 30 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, 10 high schools, and four specialized facilities.
How do schools in Boone County perform academically?
The county spends $6,696 per pupil, exceeding the Missouri state average of $6,334. This investment supports a 91.2% graduation rate, which aligns with state standards and remains well above the 87% national benchmark.
What are the major school districts in Boone County, Missouri?
Columbia 93 is the powerhouse district here, managing 36 schools and nearly 18,800 students. While no charter schools operate in the county, major facilities like David H. Hickman High and Rock Bridge Senior High each serve over 2,000 students.
What is the school experience like in Boone County?
The county offers a diverse locale mix with 30 schools in city settings and 21 in rural areas, resulting in an average school size of 467 students. Large campuses like Battle High School contrast with the five town-based schools, providing families with various learning environments.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.