At a glance
Reported students
554
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
30
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
66th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
294
Pathfinder Academy: 554 reported students.
State peer staffing position
71st percentile
18.5:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 564
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.6:1
What the reported data says about Pathfinder Academy
Pathfinder Academy is a public elementary school serving grades KG–08 in Mesa. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Edkey Inc. - Pathfinder Academy (81045). NCES reports 554 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 66th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.5:1, above the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (85.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.7%). Students served under IDEA represent 5.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Pathfinder Academy
- 1How do the reported 18.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 30 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- Students with disabilities
- 5.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White85.4%
- Hispanic9.7%
- Black0.4%
- Asian0.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Edkey Inc. - Pathfinder Academy (81045)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy at Eastmark
Elementary · Grades KG–08
294 reported students
Sequoia Lehi Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–06
114 reported students
Public schools near Pathfinder Academy
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Sendas Elementary School Elementary · Mesa Unified District (4235) | PK–06 | 645 | 0.3 mi |
| K-8 STEM Academy at Red Mountain Ranch Elementary · Mesa Unified District (4235) | PK–08 | 473 | 1.1 mi |
| Falcon Hill Elementary School Elementary · Mesa Unified District (4235) | PK–06 | 544 | 1.5 mi |
| Salk Elementary School Elementary · Mesa Unified District (4235) | PK–06 | 494 | 2.2 mi |
| Mendoza Elementary School Elementary · Mesa Unified District (4235) | PK–06 | 402 | 2.3 mi |
| Zaharis Elementary Elementary · Mesa Unified District (4235) | PK–06 | 721 | 3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Pathfinder Academy
What grades does Pathfinder Academy serve?
Pathfinder Academy reports grades KG–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Edkey Inc. - Pathfinder Academy (81045).
How many students attend Pathfinder Academy?
Pathfinder Academy reported 554 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 66th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 564 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Pathfinder Academy?
The calculated ratio is 18.5:1, based on 554 students and 30 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Pathfinder Academy a public, charter, or magnet school?
Pathfinder Academy is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Pathfinder Academy in?
Pathfinder Academy is part of Edkey Inc. - Pathfinder Academy (81045), based in Mesa, AZ, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Pathfinder Academy?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Las Sendas Elementary School (0.3 mi), K-8 STEM Academy at Red Mountain Ranch (1.1 mi), Falcon Hill Elementary School (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.