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#52 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 2% in state

W. W. Keysor Elem.

Elementary School · KIRKWOOD R-VII

725 N GEYER RD, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Enrollment

592

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#52 of 2,221

In Kirkwood

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

KIRKWOOD R-VII

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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W. W. Keysor Elem.

9.0/10

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About W. W. Keysor Elem.

W. W. Keysor Elem. is a public elementary school in Kirkwood, MO, part of KIRKWOOD R-VII.

W. W. Keysor Elem. serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

W. W. Keysor Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for W. W. Keysor Elem. show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+23 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.9 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,112
Chronic Absenteeism1%

W. W. Keysor Elem. — Students at W. W. Keysor Elem. score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
66.5%
ELA
71.2%
2025
Math
70.8%
ELA
75.2%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How W. W. Keysor Elem. Compares

See how W. W. Keysor Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
98th percentile in MO
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

725 N GEYER RD, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W. W. Keysor Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is WESTCHESTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kirkwood, see our Kirkwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
KIRKWOOD SR. HIGH Kirkwood 0.3 mi 8.6
KIRKWOOD CHILDREN'S HOUSE Kirkwood 0.6 mi
NORTH KIRKWOOD MIDDLE Kirkwood 0.6 mi 7.2
VILLA DI MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kirkwood 0.8 mi 5.8
WESTCHESTER ELEM. Kirkwood 0.9 mi 7.8
F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood 0.8 mi 7.4
CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.4 mi 5.5
NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood 1.5 mi 6.4
GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood 1.6 mi 8.1
ST CLEMENT GRADE SCHOOL Des Peres 1.5 mi 6.5
STE GENEVIEVE DU BOIS SCHOOL St. Louis 1.6 mi 5.9
ST GERARD MAJELLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.5 mi 4.9
ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 7.5
NORTH GLENDALE ELEM. Kirkwood 1.6 mi 5.7
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Peres 1.7 mi 6.5
ST JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kirkwood 2.2 mi 4.6
URSULINE ACADEMY St. Louis 1.8 mi 6.9
KIRKWOOD EARLY CHILD. CTR. Kirkwood 1.8 mi 3.9
ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY St. Louis 2.3 mi 6.4
LITZSINGER Ladue 2.3 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,783

Median Home Value

$449,700

Median Rent

$1,329/mo

Population

41,724

College Educated

70.3%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W. W. Keysor Elem.

What grades does W. W. Keysor Elem. serve?

W. W. Keysor Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend W. W. Keysor Elem.?

W. W. Keysor Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W. W. Keysor Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at W. W. Keysor Elem. is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W. W. Keysor Elem. rank in MO?

W. W. Keysor Elem. ranks #52 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is W. W. Keysor Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

W. W. Keysor Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 W. W. Keysor Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W. W. Keysor Elem. has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is W. W. Keysor Elem. a charter school?

No, W. W. Keysor Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is W. W. Keysor Elem. a Title I school?

No, W. W. Keysor Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. W. Keysor Elem.?

4.6% of students at W. W. Keysor 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.0%

District

KIRKWOOD R-VII
District Enrollment
6,096
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,112
District Rank
#1 of 9

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