Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pioneer Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer Trail Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Pioneer Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Trail Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1008 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
73%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Trail Elementary School is ranked #1008 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Trail Elementary School?
448 students attend Pioneer Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pioneer Trail Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Trail Elementary School?
Pioneer Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pioneer Trail Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Trail Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Trail Elementary School is part of Jefferson City School District.
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