Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pitcher Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pitcher Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pitcher Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Pitcher Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pitcher Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1474 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
31%
8%
Black
48%
15%
White
13%
68%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pitcher Elementary School's ranking?
Pitcher Elementary School is ranked #1474 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pitcher Elementary School?
261 students attend Pitcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pitcher Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pitcher Elementary School?
Pitcher Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pitcher Elementary School offer ?
Pitcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pitcher Elementary School part of?
Pitcher Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pitcher Elementary School located?
Pitcher Elementary School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 14 other public schools located in East Side.
School Reviews
2 3/19/2015
I used to like this school til I've noticed that bullied aren't handled in a proper matter. One of my sons has been a constant target of being bullied and I've said on numerous occasions that something needs to be done and I'm always assured it will be taken care of. I'm tired of being lied to and I'm tired of my son being picked on/bullied. Therefore in resulting of our family to move to a different school district.
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