Lottery Schools
Elementary Lottery Window Opens March 6, 2025 and Closes April 11, 2025
After the lottery application window, please contact the school you wish to apply for to be added to the waitlist.
Jefferson Middle School is closed.
Bus Transportation
- Jefferson Middle School, Benton Elementary and Locust Street Elementary are lottery schools with an attendance area. All students will be provided transportation, provided they meet the Columbia Public Schools policy regarding distance of residence from the school.
- Ridgeway Elementary School is a lottery building with no attendance area. All students will be provided the opportunity for transportation.
Open House schedule
- Locust Street Expressive Arts Elementary School will be held on February 20, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm
- Benton STEM Elementary School will be held on February 28, 2025, from 9:00 to 11:00 am
- Contact Ridgeway Elementary’s office at 573-214-3550 or email ankome@cpsk12.org to arrange a visit.
Enrollment Information
If you have any questions about the programs or the lottery process, you may contact:
1410 Hinkson Avenue
Columbia
MO
65201
107 East Sexton Road
Columbia
MO
65203
1208 Locust Street
Columbia
MO
65202
713 Rogers Street
Columbia
MO
65201