Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Pathfinder Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 67%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pathfinder Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pathfinder Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)65-69%
67%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pathfinder Elementary School often compared to?
Pathfinder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newaygo Elementary School, Grant Elementary School, Grant Primary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 67% MI state average).
How many students attend Pathfinder Elementary School?
457 students attend Pathfinder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pathfinder Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pathfinder Elementary School?
Pathfinder Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pathfinder Elementary School offer ?
Pathfinder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathfinder Elementary School part of?
Pathfinder Elementary School is part of Fremont Public School District.
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