Very Good
#701 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 32% in state
Skaith Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JOSEPH
4701 SCHOOLSIDE LN, St. Joseph, MO 64503
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#701 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#7 of 22
public schools
In district
#6 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Skaith Elem.
Elementary School in St. Joseph · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Skaith Elem.
Skaith Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Skaith Elem. serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Skaith Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Skaith Elem. show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Skaith Elem. — Students at Skaith Elem. score 36% 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 41 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: 8.6/10.
How Skaith Elem. Compares
See how Skaith 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
4701 SCHOOLSIDE LN, St. Joseph, MO 64503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Skaith Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLEMAN ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| PRESCOTT SDA SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.1 mi | — |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. St. Joseph | 2.0 mi | — |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM St. Joseph | 4.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,351
Median Home Value
$133,500
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
11,921
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD ELEM. Brookfield, MO | 7.2 |
| CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson, MO | 7.2 |
| CENTRALIA INTERMEDIATE Centralia, MO | 7.2 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 7.2 |
| CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.2 |
| FREDERICKTOWN ELEM. Fredericktown, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Skaith Elem.
What grades does Skaith Elem. serve?
Skaith Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Skaith Elem.?
Skaith Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Skaith Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Skaith Elem. is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Skaith Elem. rank in MO?
Skaith Elem. ranks #701 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Skaith Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Skaith Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Skaith Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Skaith Elem. has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Skaith Elem. a charter school?
No, Skaith Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Skaith Elem. a Title I school?
No, Skaith Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Skaith Elem.?
100.0% of students at Skaith 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (816) 671-4370
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #6 of 20
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