A quick scroll through this school's active Facebook page reveals a vibrant educational community humming with activities and enrichment opportunities. A two-time Missouri Gold Star recipient, Kerhs Mill Elementary has earned an A rating from Niche.
While student test scores are higher than average, the success at Kerhs Mill can be measured by more than academics. Unique curriculum and events offer well-rounded development of each student. Special programs include Adventure Club, a before and after school care system that offers homework time and enrichment activities. The school also incorporates Character Education into daily curriculum, teaching students accountability, responsibility, respectfulness, and caring behaviors. Students are recognized for outstanding behaviors with certificates and recognition in Facebook posts.
To meet the full spectrum of academic needs, Kerhs Mill offers several specialized programs. ESOL provides services for students who speak languages other than English. It offers additional education in English while celebrating cultural differences. The Gifted Education Program offers accelerated enrichment for gifted students. And for those who need additional help with reading, OASIS provides a tutorial program staffed by volunteer senior citizens, and the Reading Intervention program offers additional daily support from Reading Specialists.
Beyond these academic programs, the Kerhs Mill school calendar is filled with engaging activities. Special events include Abilities Awareness Day, charitable drives, Donuts with Grownups, battle of the books, STEAM night, and multi-cultural night. These events, combined with other academic efforts, are designed to promote community service, responsibility, self-esteem, and a life-long love of learning in each student.
Kehrs Mill Elementary
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
2650 Kehrs Mill Rd,
Chesterfield, MO
Rockwood R-VI School District
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Sarah Padberg
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
74%
Reading Proficiency
71%
Niche Grade
A
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
71%
Math Proficiency
74%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
37
Full Time Teachers
37
Teachers in First or Second Year
9%
GreatSchools Rating
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
534:1
Student Diversity
Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%
White
73%
Asian or Pacific Islander
14%
Hispanic
6.1%
Black
4%
Two or more races
2.9%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/23/2024
Diversity is low, the school should give more attention to arts and musics. Academics should be improved.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/4/2025
We've had a wonderful experience with Rockwood, and we absolutely love Kehrs Mill. Although many of the administrators and educators have since retired, the school continues to provide outstanding support for the community.One of my children began his journey with an IEP in preschool after transferr...
5/25/2020
Great! The teachers are ready connected and focused on their students.
5/21/2014
This is a good public school choice, but the class sizes are much too large. There are 25 or 26 children in many of the classrooms with no teacher's aid.
9/3/2013
Kehrs Mill Elementary is not that good comparing to other elementary schools in the Rockwood School District. Getting MAP score high becomes everything here. There is no good supplement classes in this school. Kids' knowledge is limited. The staffs show less interest on helping advanced kids. Kids h...
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Kehrs Mill Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Chesterfield, MO, in the Chesterfield neighborhood, and is served by the Rockwood R-VI School District in Missouri. The school has a total enrollment of 575 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 74% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 71% are proficient in reading. Kehrs Mill Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $669,063. Discover additional schools in the area, like Marquette Sr. High School, Parkway West High School, Parkway West Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Chesterfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kehrs Mill Elementary.