Very Good
#467 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 21% in state
Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
201 PARK DEVILLE, Columbia, MO 65203
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#467 of 2,221
In Columbia
#12 of 33
public schools
In district
#12 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.
Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #467 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. — Students at Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 8.3/10.
How Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. Compares
See how Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 PARK DEVILLE, Columbia, MO 65203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SMITHTON MIDDLE Columbia | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia | 1.2 mi | — |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 2.0 mi | — |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.8 mi | — |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,442
Median Home Value
$319,100
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
59,663
College Educated
64.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton, MO | 7.6 |
| BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 7.6 |
| BOWLING GREEN ELEM. Bowling Green, MO | 7.6 |
| CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER Carthage, MO | 7.6 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE PRIMARY Wentzville, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.
What grades does Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. serve?
Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.?
Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. rank in MO?
Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. ranks #467 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. a charter school?
No, Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mary Paxton Keeley Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Paxton Keeley Elem.?
37.5% of students at Mary Paxton Keeley 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3570
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #12 of 33
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