Average
#861 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 39% in state
Century Elem.
Elementary School · Nixa Public Schools
301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#861 of 2,221
In Nixa
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Nixa Public Schools
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Century Elem.
Elementary School in Nixa · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Century Elem.
Century Elem. is a public elementary school in Nixa, MO, part of Nixa Public Schools. Century Elem. serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Century Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #861 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Century Elem. show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Century Elem. — Students at Century Elem. score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Century Elem. Compares
See how Century Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Century Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Ozark), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ozark), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ESPY ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nixa, see our Nixa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nixa | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| WEST ELEM. Ozark | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| MATHEWS ELEM. Nixa | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| NIXA HIGH Nixa | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| OZARK HIGH Ozark | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| NORTH ELEM. Ozark | 3.6 mi | 9.1 |
| OZARK JR. HIGH Ozark | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Ozark | 4.7 mi | 7.9 |
| GRAY ELEM. Springfield | 5.3 mi | 5.7 |
| OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| WALT DISNEY ELEM. Springfield | 6.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,548
Median Home Value
$261,300
Median Rent
$985/mo
Population
35,243
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLACK HAWK ELEM. Kahoka, MO | 6.9 |
| BOONE ELEM. Troy, MO | 6.9 |
| DUELLO ELEM. Lake St. Louis, MO | 6.9 |
| FIELD ELEM. Springfield, MO | 6.9 |
| GEGGIE ELEM. Eureka, MO | 6.9 |
| HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Century Elem.
What grades does Century Elem. serve?
Century Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Century Elem.?
Century Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Century Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Century Elem. is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Century Elem. rank in MO?
Century Elem. ranks #861 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Century Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Century Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Century Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Century Elem. has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Century Elem. a charter school?
No, Century Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Century Elem. a Title I school?
No, Century Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Century Elem.?
26.7% of students at Century Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Christian County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (417) 724-3800
Resources & Links
District
Nixa Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,640
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,378
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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