Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kennerly Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennerly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kennerly Elementary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kennerly Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennerly Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#334 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
86%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennerly Elementary School's ranking?
Kennerly Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kennerly Elementary School often compared to?
Kennerly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dressel Elementary School, Oakville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kennerly Elementary School?
476 students attend Kennerly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kennerly Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennerly Elementary School?
Kennerly Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kennerly Elementary School offer ?
Kennerly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kennerly Elementary School part of?
Kennerly Elementary School is part of Lindbergh Schools School District.
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