Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kellison Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kellison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kellison Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Kellison Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kellison Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
6%
15%
White
84%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kellison Elementary School's ranking?
Kellison Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kellison Elementary School often compared to?
Kellison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayless Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kellison Elementary School?
377 students attend Kellison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Kellison Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kellison Elementary School?
Kellison Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kellison Elementary School offer ?
Kellison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kellison Elementary School part of?
Kellison Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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