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Kelso Elem.

820 State Hwy A, Benton, MO 63736, United States

+1 (573) 545-3357

http://www.kelsoc-7.k12.mo.us/

6.7

Overall Rating

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Kelso Elem. Overview

About This School

Kelso Elem. is a public middle in Benton, Missouri, serving 199 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 72% in ELA and 62% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 16 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $39,174. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 55% female and 45% male. The demographic makeup is 98% White, 2% Black, and 1% Two or More Races.

199

Total Students

PK-8

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

16 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts72%

Mathematics62%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-8

County

Scott County

Students per Counselor

199:1

Kelso Elem. Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

72%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 45%State Avg: 42%

62%

Mathematics

City Avg: 41%State Avg: 38%

N/A

Science

Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 11.8:1

State Avg: 11.9:1

199

Students per Counselor

Kelso Elem. Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$39,174

City Avg: $55,325

State Avg: $57,370

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor199:1

Kelso Elem. Student Demographics

Student Body

44.72%

Male

55.28%

Female

Total Enrollment: 199 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White97.99%

Hispanic0%

Asian0%

Black1.51%

Two or More Races0.5%

Native American0%

Kelso Elem. Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Kelso Elem.

Q: What is Kelso Elem.?

A: Kelso Elem. is a middle public located in Benton.

Q: How many students attend Kelso Elem.?

A: Kelso Elem. has approximately 199 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelso Elem.?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Kelso Elem. is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Kelso Elem.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Kelso Elem. - Benton, MO

Quick Facts about Kelso Elem.
School Name	Kelso Elem.
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-8
Location	820 State Hwy A, Benton, MO 63736, Benton, MO
County	Scott County
Phone	+1 (573) 545-3357
Total Students	199
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	16
Rating	6.7/10
ELA Proficiency	72%
Math Proficiency	62%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Kelso Elem.

What is Kelso Elem.?

Kelso Elem. is a middle public located in Benton.

How many students attend Kelso Elem.?

Kelso Elem. has approximately 199 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelso Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Kelso Elem. is 12:1.

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