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#178 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 8% 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

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Kirkwood

#1 of 9

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#120 of 1,202

In district

#1 of 9

KIRKWOOD R-VII

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About W. W. Keysor Elem.

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

The school serves approximately 592 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 92nd percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 58% proficiency in math and 69% in reading/language arts.

The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $132,783, where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.2Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61%
Reading/ELA Proficiency71%
Overall Proficiency66%
Expected (poverty-adj.)58%
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,358

W. W. Keysor Elem. — Students at W. W. Keysor Elem. score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
71%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How W. W. Keysor Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
92th percentile in MO
Academic
9.2/10
9.2/10
Growth
8.7/10
Above average
Environment
5.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers

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. F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WESTCHESTER ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a comparable rating. 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 8.2
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 7.7
F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood 0.8 mi 8.1
CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.4 mi 5.5
NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood 1.5 mi 7.9
GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood 1.6 mi 6.6
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 5.3
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 5.9
ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY St. Louis 2.3 mi 6.4
LITZSINGER Ladue 2.3 mi 6.5

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding W. W. Keysor Elem. has a median household income of $132,783. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $449,700, with a median rent of $1,329/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO 8.3
HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa, MO 8.3
POTOSI ELEM. Potosi, MO 8.3
VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park, MO 8.3
WALT DISNEY ELEM. Springfield, MO 8.3
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis, MO 8.4

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. is ranked #178 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

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

W. W. Keysor Elem. has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at W. W. Keysor Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, W. W. Keysor Elem. has 58.3% math proficiency and 68.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
High (1,620/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kirkwood). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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