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McKelvey Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 554 students

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5 stars

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Posted April 29, 2010

McKelvey School has fantastic teachers with an immense drive for the students to reach their greatest potential. They know no boundaries in terms of learning. They empower each and every child to know their capabilities. I love that school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 12, 2010

Great School and Teacher, my child has learned a lot being in this school in last 2 years
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 16, 2006

All programs, academic, music, art, sports are outstanding and the level of parent involvemement is also outstanding. A++
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 5, 2005

Mckelvey has been a great experience for my son. The teachers are supportive and engaged with the kids, and the music program is second to none! the principal and vice-principal are wonderful - fair, but they expect alot out of their kids... And they get it. They understand the value of molding our children through education, fun, and discipline. I have two babies now - and am very much looking forward to their mckelvey experience. I'm sure it will be as wonderful as it's been for my 5th grader as he leaves mckelvey, prepared to go onto the next challenges he'll face!
—Submitted by Jeannie Hill, a parent


Posted June 7, 2004

This school is great. They are really family involvement oriented. The teachers are highly trained and excellent. I have put 3 kids through that school and am quite pleased.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 46% in 2012.

92 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
58%

2009

 
 
48%
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

93 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
58%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 53% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
66%
Math

The state average for Math was 51% in 2012.

101 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
69%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 53% in 2012.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
56%
Math

The state average for Math was 55% in 2012.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
55%
Science

The state average for Science was 52% in 2012.

94 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
51%

2009

 
 
53%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students70%
Female76%
Male63%
Black57%
Hispanicn/a
White76%
Free or reduced-price lunch54%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students68%
Female70%
Male65%
Black57%
Hispanicn/a
White71%
Free or reduced-price lunch57%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students68%
Female71%
Male66%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White70%
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students68%
Female72%
Male66%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White70%
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students71%
Female78%
Male64%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White82%
Free or reduced-price lunch47%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students76%
Female78%
Male75%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White85%
Free or reduced-price lunch50%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Science

All Students58%
Female61%
Male53%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White69%
Free or reduced-price lunch26%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 57% 76%
Black 20% 18%
Asian/Pacific Islander 18% 2%
Hispanic 4% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 19%N/A39%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1751 McKelvey Rd
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Phone: (314) 415-6500

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