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#183 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 8% in state

High Pointe Elem.

Elementary School · Nixa Public Schools

301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714

Enrollment

617

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Nixa

#5 of 10

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#123 of 1,202

In district

#5 of 11

Nixa Public Schools

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About High Pointe Elem.

High Pointe Elem. is a public elementary school in Nixa, MO, part of the Nixa Public Schools. The school serves approximately 617 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. 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 67% proficiency in math and 62% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69%
Reading/ELA Proficiency63%
Overall Proficiency66%
Expected (poverty-adj.)47%
vs. Expected+19.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,324

High Pointe Elem. — Students at High Pointe Elem. score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
63%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How High Pointe Elem. Compares

See how High Pointe Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
92th percentile in MO
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
4.0/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers

Location

301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering High Pointe Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATHEWS ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ESPY ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nixa, see our Nixa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa 0.1 mi 7.5
CENTURY ELEM. Nixa 1.0 mi 5.7
WEST ELEM. Ozark 1.5 mi 7.6
JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa 1.6 mi 8.4
NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa 1.6 mi 7.8
EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa 2.1 mi 5.9
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nixa 2.1 mi 7.2
OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark 2.6 mi 7.1
NORTH ELEM. Ozark 2.7 mi 7.1
OZARK HIGH Ozark 3.0 mi 7.9
ESPY ELEM. Nixa 3.1 mi 8.3
OZARK JR. HIGH Ozark 3.4 mi 6.5
MATHEWS ELEM. Nixa 3.5 mi 9.0
NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa 3.4 mi 8.6
NIXA HIGH Nixa 3.8 mi 6.1
CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield 4.5 mi 8.1
OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark 4.1 mi 6.1
SOUTH ELEM. Ozark 4.5 mi 6.8
WALT DISNEY ELEM. Springfield 5.8 mi 8.3
GRAY ELEM. Springfield 5.3 mi 7.2

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 High Pointe 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
ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO 8.3
POTOSI ELEM. Potosi, MO 8.3
VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park, MO 8.3
W. W. KEYSOR ELEM. Kirkwood, MO 8.3
WALT DISNEY ELEM. Springfield, MO 8.3
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis, MO 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about High Pointe Elem.

What grades does High Pointe Elem. serve?

High Pointe Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend High Pointe Elem.?

High Pointe Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 617 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at High Pointe Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at High Pointe Elem. is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does High Pointe Elem. rank in MO?

High Pointe Elem. is ranked #183 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is High Pointe Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

High Pointe 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 High Pointe Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, High Pointe Elem. has 66.7% math proficiency and 62.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is High Pointe Elem. a charter school?

No, High Pointe Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is High Pointe Elem. a Title I school?

No, High Pointe Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for High Pointe Elem.?

34.7% of students at High Pointe 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (651/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Nixa). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Christian County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Nixa Public Schools
District Enrollment
6,640
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,378
District Rank
#5 of 11

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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