Average
#1019 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 46% in state
Hosea Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JOSEPH
6401 GORDON ST, St. Joseph, MO 64504
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,019 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#11 of 22
public schools
In district
#10 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Hosea Elem.
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About Hosea Elem.
Hosea Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Hosea Elem. serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hosea Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,019 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Hosea Elem. show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Hosea Elem. — Students at Hosea Elem. score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 7.6/10.
How Hosea Elem. Compares
See how Hosea 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
6401 GORDON ST, St. Joseph, MO 64504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hosea Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Primary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Intermediate (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JAMES SCHOOL St. Joseph | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BENTON HIGH St. Joseph | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| HYDE ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverside Primary School Elwood | 3.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Riverside Intermediate Elwood | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.6 mi | 8.6 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 4.4 mi | 3.1 |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 4.9 mi | 4.0 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. St. Joseph | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,300
Median Home Value
$115,100
Median Rent
$918/mo
Population
10,286
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARBARA JORDAN ELEM. University City, MO | 6.6 |
| BLACKBURN ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.6 |
| COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla, MO | 6.6 |
| EUREKA ELEM. Eureka, MO | 6.6 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk, MO | 6.6 |
| HALLSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Hallsville, MO | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hosea Elem.
What grades does Hosea Elem. serve?
Hosea Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hosea Elem.?
Hosea Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hosea Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Hosea Elem. is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hosea Elem. rank in MO?
Hosea Elem. ranks #1,019 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hosea Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hosea Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Hosea Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hosea Elem. has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hosea Elem. a charter school?
No, Hosea Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hosea Elem. a Title I school?
No, Hosea Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hosea Elem.?
100.0% of students at Hosea 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (816) 671-4180
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District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #10 of 20
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