COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR.

COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ST. LOUIS CITY school district, located in ST LOUIS, MO with about 191 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Columbia Elementary Community Education Center, located on St. Louis Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri, serves as a vital educational and social hub for the surrounding community. As part of the St. Louis Public School District, the school is designed not only to provide core academic instruction to elementary-aged children but also to integrate community resources directly into the learning environment. By operating as a "community education center," the school often hosts programs that extend beyond standard classroom hours, aiming to foster a collaborative space where students, families, and neighborhood residents can engage in lifelong learning and enrichment activities.

The school is situated in an urban setting, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible public education in historical neighborhoods. Its status as a community-focused institution emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, prioritizing partnerships with local organizations and parental involvement to support student success. Through this model, Columbia Elementary strives to address the diverse needs of its student body while acting as a supportive pillar for the local community, emphasizing both academic achievement and the overall well-being of the families it serves.

For more information, contact COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. at (314) 533-2750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.