Very Good
#400 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 18% in state
Espy Elem.
Elementary School · Nixa Public Schools
301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#400 of 2,221
In Nixa
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Nixa Public Schools
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Espy Elem.
Elementary School in Nixa · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Espy Elem.
Espy Elem. is a public elementary school in Nixa, MO, part of Nixa Public Schools. Espy Elem. serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Espy Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #400 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Espy Elem. show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Espy Elem. — Students at Espy Elem. score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 7.5/10.
How Espy Elem. Compares
See how Espy 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 Espy Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATHEWS ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is JEFFRIES ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Springfield), 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 | 7.8 |
| NIXA HIGH Nixa | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nixa | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| CENTURY ELEM. Nixa | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| GRAY ELEM. Springfield | 5.3 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST ELEM. Ozark | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield | 5.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 5.8 mi | 7.4 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield | 6.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield | 6.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| OZARK HIGH Ozark | 5.5 mi | 7.1 |
| OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson, MO | 7.8 |
| CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| GREENWOOD ELEM. Greenwood, MO | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 7.8 |
| JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.8 |
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. ranks #400 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Espy Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Espy Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Espy Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Espy Elem. has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (417) 724-6820
Resources & Links
District
Nixa Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,640
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,378
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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