Excellent
#156 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 7% in state
Field Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JOSEPH
2602 GENE FIELD, St. Joseph, MO 64506
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#156 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#2 of 22
public schools
In district
#2 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Field Elem.
Elementary School in St. Joseph · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Field Elem.
Field Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Field Elem. serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Field Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Field Elem. show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Field Elem. — Students at Field Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Field Elem. Compares
See how Field Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2602 GENE FIELD, St. Joseph, MO 64506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Field Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PERSHING ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JOHN GLENN ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| PERSHING ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| JOHN GLENN ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM St. Joseph | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,713
Median Home Value
$220,500
Median Rent
$908/mo
Population
22,107
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 8.5 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.5 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville, MO | 8.5 |
| GLENWOOD ELEM. West Plains, MO | 8.5 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin, MO | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Field Elem.
What grades does Field Elem. serve?
Field Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Field Elem.?
Field Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Field Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Field Elem. is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Field Elem. rank in MO?
Field Elem. ranks #156 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Field Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Field Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Field Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Field Elem. has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Field Elem. a charter school?
No, Field Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Field Elem. a Title I school?
No, Field Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Field Elem.?
46.4% of students at Field Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (816) 671-4130
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #2 of 20
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