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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Columbia at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
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Mo Schls For The Sev Disabled School District
704 students | JEFFERSON CITY, MO
Grades K-12 | 35 schools -
Columbia 93 School District
18,800 students | COLUMBIA, MO
Grades PK, K-12 | 35 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Columbia
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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 16, 2025
I went here for 8 - 9 grade, overall, it was ok. The teachers did their job. Some I made a connection with. The students I tried to connect with but, I was just wasting my time
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West Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 02, 2025
We absolutely love Children's House! My children are always so excited to go each day. They are not only happy but also learning so much academically. We’ve seen amazing growth in their reading, math,... More
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Childrens House Montessori of Columbia
Parent / Guardian
August 31, 2025
My kids had a great experience at this school with very caring and supportive teachers and staff.
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Cedar Ridge Elementary School