Serving 347 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Kellison Elementary serves the southeast part of Fenton, MO, covering an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- 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 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We do whatever it takes to ensure all students realize their potential.
School Rankings
Kellison Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kellison Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kellison Elementary School's ranking?
Kellison Elementary School is ranked #428 out of 2,076 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
347 students attend Kellison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kellison Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kellison Elementary School?
Kellison Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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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