Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittman 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittman Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Pittman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittman Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1094 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
9%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittman Elementary School's ranking?
Pittman Elementary School is ranked #1094 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pittman Elementary School often compared to?
Pittman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bingham Elementary School, Logan-rogersville Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pittman Elementary School?
235 students attend Pittman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pittman Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittman Elementary School?
Pittman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pittman Elementary School offer ?
Pittman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittman Elementary School part of?
Pittman Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittman Elementary School located?
Pittman Elementary School is located in the Oak Grove neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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