Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pitcher 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pitcher Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being about 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pitcher Elementary School's student population of 252 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is the ability to listen to almost anything without losing your temper or your self-confidence.
School Rankings
Pitcher 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 Pitcher Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1778 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pitcher Elementary School's ranking?
Pitcher Elementary School is ranked #1778 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pitcher Elementary School?
252 students attend Pitcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pitcher Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pitcher Elementary School?
Pitcher Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pitcher Elementary School offer ?
Pitcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pitcher Elementary School part of?
Pitcher Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pitcher Elementary School located?
Pitcher Elementary School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 14 other public schools located in East Side.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I used to like this school til I've noticed that bullied aren't handled in a proper matter. One of my sons has been a constant target of being bullied and I've said on numerous occasions that something needs to be done and I'm always assured it will be taken care of. I'm tired of being lied to and I'm tired of my son being picked on/bullied. Therefore in resulting of our family to move to a different school district.
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