Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Pathfinder Elementary School 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 67%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: Pathfinder Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Fremont, MI school district, encompassing approximately 152.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 11.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pathfinder Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pathfinder Elementary School is 0.25, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)65-69%
67%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 schools are Pathfinder Elementary School often compared to?
Pathfinder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School, Newaygo Elementary School, Grant Primary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 67% MI state average).
How many students attend Pathfinder Elementary School?
418 students attend Pathfinder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pathfinder Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pathfinder Elementary School?
Pathfinder Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pathfinder Elementary School offer ?
Pathfinder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathfinder Elementary School part of?
Pathfinder Elementary School is part of Fremont Public School District.
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