Serving 297 students in grades 9-12, Thomas W. Kelly High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas W. Kelly High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Thomas W. Kelly High School's student population of 297 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Thomas W. Kelly High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas W. Kelly High School is 0.10, 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
#1287 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas W. Kelly High School's ranking?
Thomas W. Kelly High School is ranked #1287 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Thomas W. Kelly High School often compared to?
Thomas W. Kelly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sikeston Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas W. Kelly High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas W. Kelly High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Thomas W. Kelly High School?
297 students attend Thomas W. Kelly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Thomas W. Kelly High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas W. Kelly High School?
Thomas W. Kelly High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas W. Kelly High School offer ?
Thomas W. Kelly High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas W. Kelly High School part of?
Thomas W. Kelly High School is part of Scott County R-IV School District.
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