Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kelsey Norman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelsey Norman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kelsey Norman Elementary School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Campus Size
5
School Motto
Everyone has the potential for greatness.
School Rankings
Kelsey Norman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelsey Norman Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#964 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
6%
15%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelsey Norman Elementary School's ranking?
Kelsey Norman Elementary School is ranked #964 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kelsey Norman Elementary School often compared to?
Kelsey Norman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stapleton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kelsey Norman Elementary School?
283 students attend Kelsey Norman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Kelsey Norman Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelsey Norman Elementary School?
Kelsey Norman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kelsey Norman Elementary School offer ?
Kelsey Norman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelsey Norman Elementary School part of?
Kelsey Norman Elementary School is part of Joplin Schools School District.
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