Very Good
#399 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 18% in state
Mathews Elem.
Elementary School · Nixa Public Schools
301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#399 of 2,221
In Nixa
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Nixa Public Schools
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Mathews Elem.
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About Mathews Elem.
Mathews Elem. is a public elementary school in Nixa, MO, part of Nixa Public Schools. Mathews Elem. serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mathews Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mathews Elem. show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mathews Elem. — Students at Mathews Elem. score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
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: 7.0/10.
How Mathews Elem. Compares
See how Mathews 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 Mathews Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ESPY ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MCBRIDE ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nixa, see our Nixa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NIXA HIGH Nixa | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nixa | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| CENTURY ELEM. Nixa | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| GRAY ELEM. Springfield | 5.8 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST ELEM. Ozark | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield | 6.0 mi | 7.4 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 6.2 mi | 7.4 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield | 6.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield | 6.8 mi | 7.0 |
| OZARK HIGH Ozark | 5.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark | 5.8 mi | 8.2 |
| OZARK JR. HIGH Ozark | 5.8 mi | 8.1 |
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 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO | 7.8 |
| GREENWOOD ELEM. Greenwood, MO | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mathews Elem.
What grades does Mathews Elem. serve?
Mathews Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Mathews Elem.?
Mathews Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mathews Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mathews Elem. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mathews Elem. rank in MO?
Mathews Elem. ranks #399 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mathews Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mathews 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 Mathews Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mathews Elem. has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mathews Elem. a charter school?
No, Mathews Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mathews Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mathews Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mathews Elem.?
30.3% of students at Mathews 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
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Christian County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.2%
- Phone
- (417) 724-6520
Resources & Links
District
Nixa Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,640
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,378
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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