Serving 437 students in grades 2-5, Mckelvey Intermediate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckelvey Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mckelvey Intermediate's student population of 437 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Mckelvey Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckelvey Intermediate is 0.74, which is more 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
#37 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
36%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
18%
15%
White
30%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckelvey Intermediate's ranking?
Mckelvey Intermediate is ranked #37 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mckelvey Intermediate?
437 students attend Mckelvey Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mckelvey Intermediate students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckelvey Intermediate?
Mckelvey Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mckelvey Intermediate offer ?
Mckelvey Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckelvey Intermediate part of?
Mckelvey Intermediate is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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