Very Good
#389 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 18% in state
Keytesville Elem.
Elementary School · KEYTESVILLE R-III
27247 HWY 5, Keytesville, MO 65261
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#389 of 2,221
In Keytesville
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
KEYTESVILLE R-III
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Keytesville Elem.
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About Keytesville Elem.
Keytesville Elem. is a public elementary school in Keytesville, MO, part of KEYTESVILLE R-III. Keytesville Elem. serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Keytesville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #389 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Keytesville Elem. show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 67 students, Keytesville Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Keytesville Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Keytesville Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Keytesville Elem. — Students at Keytesville Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Keytesville Elem. Compares
See how Keytesville Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
27247 HWY 5, Keytesville, MO 65261
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keytesville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRUNSWICK ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHWESTERN ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Mendon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WALT DISNEY ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Marceline), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Keytesville, see our Keytesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEYTESVILLE HIGH Keytesville | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Salisbury | 6.8 mi | 6.1 |
| SALISBURY HIGH Salisbury | 7.0 mi | 7.7 |
| SALISBURY ELEM. Salisbury | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
| BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick | 10.0 mi | 9.2 |
| BRUNSWICK HIGH Brunswick | 10.0 mi | 8.6 |
| GILLIAM ELEM. Gilliam | 15.0 mi | 4.7 |
| GLASGOW ELEMENTARY. Glasgow | 15.9 mi | 5.1 |
| GLASGOW HIGH Glasgow | 15.9 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTHWESTERN ELEM. Mendon | 14.5 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTHWESTERN HIGH Mendon | 14.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ALEXANDER ELEM. Slater | 17.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SLATER HIGH Slater | 17.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WESTRAN MIDDLE Clifton Hill | 14.2 mi | 8.4 |
| MC CARTAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Marceline | 18.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WALT DISNEY ELEM. Marceline | 18.5 mi | 8.3 |
| MARCELINE HIGH Marceline | 18.6 mi | 8.3 |
| OREARVILLE ELEM. Slater | 20.4 mi | 3.6 |
| MIAMI ELEM. Miami | 18.9 mi | 6.2 |
| BUCKLIN ELEM. Bucklin | 24.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65261 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,964
Median Home Value
$111,600
Median Rent
$395/mo
Population
1,310
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SMITHVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY II Smithville, MO | 7.8 |
| BUNCETON ELEM. Bunceton, MO | 7.9 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia, MO | 7.9 |
| TINA-AVALON ELEM. Tina, MO | 7.9 |
| HUDSON ELEM. Appleton City, MO | 7.6 |
| MACON CO. ELEM. New Cambria, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keytesville Elem.
What grades does Keytesville Elem. serve?
Keytesville Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Keytesville Elem.?
Keytesville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keytesville Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Keytesville Elem. is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Keytesville Elem. rank in MO?
Keytesville Elem. ranks #389 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Keytesville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Keytesville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Keytesville Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keytesville Elem. has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Keytesville Elem. a charter school?
No, Keytesville Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Keytesville Elem. a Title I school?
No, Keytesville Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keytesville Elem.?
47.8% of students at Keytesville Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 67
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Chariton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.5%
- Phone
- (660) 288-3767
Resources & Links
District
KEYTESVILLE R-III- District Enrollment
- 116
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,301
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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