Serving 64 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pathfinder Educational Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathfinder Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pathfinder Educational Center's student population of 64 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pathfinder Educational Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathfinder Educational Center is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1100 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pathfinder Educational Center's ranking?
Pathfinder Educational Center is ranked #1100 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pathfinder Educational Center?
The graduation rate of Pathfinder Educational Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pathfinder Educational Center?
64 students attend Pathfinder Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pathfinder Educational Center students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pathfinder Educational Center?
Pathfinder Educational Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pathfinder Educational Center offer ?
Pathfinder Educational Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pathfinder Educational Center part of?
Pathfinder Educational Center is part of St. Joseph County Independent School District.
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