Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pathfinder Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pathfinder Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
Pathfinder Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathfinder Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1153 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
25%
15%
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White
48%
67%
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Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pathfinder Elementary School's ranking?
Pathfinder Elementary School is ranked #1153 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pathfinder Elementary School often compared to?
Pathfinder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School, Compass Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pathfinder Elementary School?
409 students attend Pathfinder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pathfinder Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pathfinder Elementary School?
Pathfinder Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pathfinder Elementary School offer ?
Pathfinder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathfinder Elementary School part of?
Pathfinder Elementary School is part of Platte County R-III School District.
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