KELSO ELEM. in BENTON, Missouri
191
-1-8
14.7:1
KELSO C-7
Otter Score
Fair
About KELSO ELEM.
KELSO ELEM. is a public elementary school located in BENTON, Missouri. The school serves grades -1-8 and has a total enrollment of 191 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1, KELSO ELEM. provides smaller class sizes than the national average.
About KELSO ELEM.
KELSO ELEM. is a well-regarded public elementary school located in BENTON, MO. Serving grades -1-8 with an enrollment of 191 students, the school is part of the KELSO C-7. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1, KELSO ELEM. offers smaller class sizes that allow for more individualized attention.
Academic Performance
Students at KELSO ELEM. perform below state averages on standardized assessments. Math proficiency stands at 0%, reading at 0%, and science at 0%. The school is actively working to close achievement gaps through targeted intervention programs and additional support resources.
Community & Diversity
KELSO ELEM. serves a community where 25.13% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Located in BENTON, MO, the school benefits from the community's local amenities and family-friendly environment. Families choosing KELSO ELEM. gain access to the broader resources of the KELSO C-7.
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Test Scores
Percentage of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards on state assessments. Source: Missouri Department of Education, 2025–2026.
Students
Demographics
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2025–2026.
Student Body
National avg: 16:1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Otter Score for KELSO ELEM.?
KELSO ELEM. has an Otter Score of 37/100, rated "Fair". The Otter Score combines test scores, graduation rates, college readiness, student-teacher ratio, and AP course availability into a single 0-100 composite rating.
What grades does KELSO ELEM. serve?
KELSO ELEM. serves grades -1-8 with a total enrollment of 191 students. It is a public elementary school in BENTON, Missouri.
What is the student-teacher ratio at KELSO ELEM.?
KELSO ELEM. has a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. This is better than the national average of approximately 16:1.
How diverse is KELSO ELEM.?
The student body at KELSO ELEM. is . The school earns a diversity grade of A+.
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Data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and Missouri Department of Education. Updated for the 2025–2026 school year. AreaOtter is not affiliated with KELSO ELEM. or KELSO C-7.