School Overview
Thomas W. Kelly High School, located in Benton, Missouri, serves as the central secondary educational institution for the Kelly School District. As a smaller, rural school community, it operates under the mascot of the "Hawks" and maintains a focus on providing a foundational education that balances academic requirements with extracurricular engagement. The school is known for fostering a close-knit environment where staff and students work together to maintain a supportive atmosphere, reflecting the values of its surrounding community in Scott County.

Academically and socially, the school functions as a hub for local families, offering a range of traditional high school programming, athletics, and student organizations designed to prepare graduates for post-secondary education or the workforce. By emphasizing small class sizes and personalized attention, Kelly High aims to ensure that students receive the necessary guidance to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. The school’s digital presence and ongoing activities suggest a commitment to transparency and community involvement, keeping parents and stakeholders updated on the evolving needs and successes of its student body.
319
Total Students
24.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White307
Hispanic8
Black3
Two or More1
  • White
    307 (96.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    8 (2.5 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.9 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: SCOTT CO. R-IV
Phone: (573)545-3541
Website: http://www.kellyhawks.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 319
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 101
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 40
Grades Taught
Grade 9 83
Grade 10 71
Grade 11 85
Grade 12 80

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 983
Grade 1071
Grade 1185
Grade 1280
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15147.3%
Male16852.7%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)