Excellent
#182 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 8% in state
Espy Elem.
Elementary School · Nixa Public Schools
301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Nixa
#4 of 10
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#122 of 1,202
In district
#4 of 11
Nixa Public Schools
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Espy Elem.
Espy Elem. is a public elementary school in Nixa, MO, part of the Nixa Public Schools. The school serves approximately 400 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.8th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 65% proficiency in math and 69% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,548, where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Espy Elem. — Students at Espy Elem. score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 8.2/10.
How Espy Elem. Compares
See how Espy Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 67% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 67% (2022).
Location
301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Espy Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATHEWS ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MCBRIDE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nixa, see our Nixa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATHEWS ELEM. Nixa | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| NIXA HIGH Nixa | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nixa | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CENTURY ELEM. Nixa | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| GRAY ELEM. Springfield | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WEST ELEM. Ozark | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield | 5.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 5.8 mi | 8.5 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield | 6.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield | 6.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield | 6.4 mi | 7.1 |
| OZARK HIGH Ozark | 5.5 mi | 7.9 |
| OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark | 5.6 mi | 7.1 |
| JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield | 7.0 mi | 5.8 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Espy Elem. has a median household income of $82,548. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $261,300, with a median rent of $985/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore, MO | 8.3 |
| GOODMAN ELEM. Goodman, MO | 8.3 |
| Maple Elementary Smithville, MO | 8.3 |
| VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park, MO | 8.3 |
| WALT DISNEY ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.3 |
| WATKINS ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Espy Elem.
What grades does Espy Elem. serve?
Espy Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Espy Elem.?
Espy Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Espy Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Espy Elem. is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Espy Elem. rank in MO?
Espy Elem. is ranked #182 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Espy Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Espy Elem. has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Espy Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Espy Elem. has 65.3% math proficiency and 68.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Espy Elem. a charter school?
No, Espy Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Espy Elem. a Title I school?
No, Espy Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Espy Elem.?
36.5% of students at Espy 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
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Christian County
- Phone
- (417) 724-6820
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Nixa Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,640
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,378
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
Other Schools in This District
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