Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pioneer Trail 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 39% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pioneer Trail Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Trail Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#652 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
9%
15%
White
71%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Trail Elementary School is ranked #652 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Trail Elementary School?
493 students attend Pioneer Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Pioneer Trail Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Trail Elementary School?
Pioneer Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pioneer Trail Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pioneer Trail Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Trail Elementary School is part of Jefferson City School District.
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