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#1309 of 2,221 schools in MO
Pathfinder Elem.
Elementary School · PLATTE CO. R-III
1951 NW 87TH TERR, Kansas City, MO 64154
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,309 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#78 of 147
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
PLATTE CO. R-III
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Pathfinder Elem.
Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pathfinder Elem.
Pathfinder Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of PLATTE CO. R-III. Pathfinder Elem. serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Pathfinder Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,309 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Pathfinder Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pathfinder Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Pathfinder Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pathfinder Elem. — Students at Pathfinder Elem. score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 24 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Pathfinder Elem. Compares
See how Pathfinder 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
1951 NW 87TH TERR, Kansas City, MO 64154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pathfinder Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINDEN WEST ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOX HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINE CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GASHLAND ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| LINDEN WEST ELEMENTARY Gladstone | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| TIFFANY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHL Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION SYSTEM Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| OAK PARK HIGH Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CLARDY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| OAKHILL DAY SCHOOL Gladstone | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW MARK MIDDLE Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| FOX HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| LINE CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO ACCADMY Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| WEST ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| NASHUA ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.7 mi | 3.7 |
| PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. Kansas City | 4.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,686
Median Home Value
$351,000
Median Rent
$1,384/mo
Population
13,114
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATHENA ELEM. Desoto, MO | 6.0 |
| BLANCHARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 6.0 |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 6.0 |
| DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 6.0 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis, MO | 6.0 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville, MO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pathfinder Elem.
What grades does Pathfinder Elem. serve?
Pathfinder Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pathfinder Elem.?
Pathfinder Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pathfinder Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pathfinder Elem. is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pathfinder Elem. rank in MO?
Pathfinder Elem. ranks #1,309 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Pathfinder Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pathfinder Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Pathfinder Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pathfinder Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Pathfinder Elem. a charter school?
No, Pathfinder Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pathfinder Elem. a Title I school?
No, Pathfinder Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pathfinder Elem.?
37.6% of students at Pathfinder 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Platte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (816) 436-6670
Resources & Links
District
PLATTE CO. R-III- District Enrollment
- 4,283
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,429
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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