Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kelso Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelso Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Benton, MO school district, covering approximately 48.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kelso Elementary School's student population of 199 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Home of the Falcons
School Rankings
Kelso Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelso Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#193 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-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
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelso Elementary School's ranking?
Kelso Elementary School is ranked #193 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kelso Elementary School often compared to?
Kelso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Co. Elementary School, Scott City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kelso Elementary School?
199 students attend Kelso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kelso Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelso Elementary School?
Kelso Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kelso Elementary School offer ?
Kelso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelso Elementary School part of?
Kelso Elementary School is part of Kelso C-7 School District.
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