Serving 151 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pershing 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pershing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pershing Elementary School's student population of 151 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pershing Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pershing Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#896 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
78%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pershing Elementary School's ranking?
Pershing Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pershing Elementary School often compared to?
Pershing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequiota Elementary School, Delaware Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pershing Elementary School?
151 students attend Pershing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pershing Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pershing Elementary School?
Pershing Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pershing Elementary School offer ?
Pershing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pershing Elementary School part of?
Pershing Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Pershing Elementary School located?
Pershing Elementary School is located in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 4 other public schools located in Southeast Springfield.
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