Serving 72 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pilot Grove 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pilot Grove Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 112.2 square miles around Pilot Grove, MO, with a typical drive to the school averaging 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pilot Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pilot Grove Elementary School's student population of 72 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Pilot Grove 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 Pilot Grove Elementary School is 0.18, which is less 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
#1131 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pilot Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Pilot Grove Elementary School is ranked #1131 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pilot Grove Elementary School?
72 students attend Pilot Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pilot Grove Elementary School students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pilot Grove Elementary School?
Pilot Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pilot Grove Elementary School offer ?
Pilot Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pilot Grove Elementary School part of?
Pilot Grove Elementary School is part of Pilot Grove C-4 School District.
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