The top reported proficiency rate is 21% in Science. The lowest is 20% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Keeven Elem.
Keeven Elementary is a regular public school in the Hazelwood School District, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in St. Louis County. The school community is predominantly Black, with small Hispanic and multiracial populations. A substantial share of students come from low-income households, as reflected in the free-and-reduced-price lunch program rates. The setting is suburban, part of a large county with a mix of residential neighborhoods and commercial corridors; St. Louis County as a whole offers a range of housing options, and home values in the area around the school are moderate relative to national benchmarks.
Academically, Keeven's state assessment results place it below the midpoint when compared to other districts in St. Louis County. Proficiency across tested subjects and grades is well under the county median. In math, the share of students meeting state standards is modest in third grade and rises slightly by fifth grade, but remains at levels that many families will want to understand more fully. In English language arts, results are similarly low, and one grade level had proficiency data suppressed, likely because too few students scored at the proficient level to meet reporting thresholds. Science results at grade five are also below the county average. A parent looking into these outcomes may wish to discuss with the school what instructional supports, interventions, and enrichment opportunities are available.
The school does not serve high school grades, so there is no graduation rate to report. Information on chronic absenteeism, discipline, staff qualifications, and course access was not available in the data provided. Families considering Keeven may want to ask the school directly about class sizes, specialist staffing, and how the school supports students who are behind grade level.
At the district level, Hazelwood has adopted a strategic plan covering several years that focuses on student achievement, differentiated resources, fiscal responsibility, and parent involvement. The district now offers pre-kindergarten programs in all of its elementary schools, including Keeven, which gives families early childhood options within their neighborhood school. There is also a virtual elementary program available as a full-time alternative to in-person instruction.
The broader St. Louis County housing market has seen some fluctuation in prices, with median listing prices settling at a level that is below the national median. Rent costs are also below national averages, making the area more affordable than many metro regions. The city of St. Louis itself, just to the east, has a diverse economy with major employers in finance, health care, research universities, and government agencies, as well as well-known cultural institutions. Keeven Elementary sits within a suburban part of the county, not the urban core, so the commute patterns and neighborhood feel will differ from the city proper.
Overall, Keeven Elementary serves a high-needs student population and its academic results are lower than those of many schools in St. Louis County. The Hazelwood district has laid out a set of improvement goals and expanded some program offerings. Families evaluating this school will want to get a clear picture of how the school addresses learning gaps, what enrichment is provided, and how the school community supports student well-being and academic growth.
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