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Field Elementary School

2602 Gene Field
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 267 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Field Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 267 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20% in MO
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Field Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Field Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026

School Rankings

Field Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Field Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#238 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
55-59%
40%
55-59%
43%
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
66%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Field Elementary School's ranking?
Field Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Field Elementary School often compared to?
Field Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellison Elementary School, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Field Elementary School?
267 students attend Field Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Field Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Field Elementary School?
Field Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Field Elementary School offer ?
Field Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Field Elementary School part of?
Field Elementary School is part of St. Joseph School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 267 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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