Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pershing Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pershing Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pershing Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pershing Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#936 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Joseph School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pershing Elementary School's ranking?
Pershing Elementary School is ranked #936 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
285 students attend Pershing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Pershing Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pershing Elementary School?
Pershing Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pershing Elementary School offer ?
Pershing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pershing Elementary School part of?
Pershing Elementary School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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