Serving 67 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Keytesville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keytesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keytesville Elementary School's student population of 67 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Mascot
Tiger
School Rankings
Keytesville 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 Keytesville Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#611 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keytesville Elementary School's ranking?
Keytesville Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Keytesville Elementary School?
67 students attend Keytesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Keytesville Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keytesville Elementary School?
Keytesville Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Keytesville Elementary School offer ?
Keytesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keytesville Elementary School part of?
Keytesville Elementary School is part of Keytesville R-III School District.
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