Needs Improvement
#2070 of 2,221 schools in MO
Nike Elem.
Elementary School · MERAMEC VALLEY R-III
2264 HWY AP, Catawissa, MO 63015
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,070 of 2,221
In district
#7 of 9
MERAMEC VALLEY R-III
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Nike Elem.
Elementary School in Catawissa · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nike Elem.
Nike Elem. is a public elementary school in Catawissa, MO, part of MERAMEC VALLEY R-III. Nike Elem. serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Nike Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,070 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Nike Elem. show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, Nike Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Nike Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Nike Elem. — Students at Nike Elem. score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.3%
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: 1.2/10.
How Nike Elem. Compares
See how Nike 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
2264 HWY AP, Catawissa, MO 63015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nike Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONEDELL ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Lonedell), which scores notably higher. Another option is CEDAR SPRINGS ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby House Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLEMAN ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Villa Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Catawissa, see our Catawissa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERBEND SCH. Pacific | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ROBERTSVILLE ELEM. Robertsville | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ZITZMAN ELEM. Pacific | 5.0 mi | 3.4 |
| DORIS HOFFMAN EARLY LEARNING C Pacific | 5.0 mi | 5.1 |
| PACIFIC INTERMEDIATE Pacific | 5.2 mi | 3.6 |
| ST BRIDGET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| TRUMAN ELEM. Pacific | 5.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PACIFIC HIGH Pacific | 5.5 mi | 4.1 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEM. Dittmer | 6.5 mi | 3.2 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. Villa Ridge | 7.3 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH Cedar Hill | 7.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LONEDELL ELEM. Lonedell | 9.0 mi | 8.8 |
| EUREKA ELEM. Eureka | 8.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CROSSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Villa Ridge | 8.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eureka | 9.3 mi | 6.0 |
| GEGGIE ELEM. Eureka | 9.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Labadie Elementary Labadie | 9.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CEDAR SPRINGS ELEM. House Springs | 8.8 mi | 8.2 |
| THE FULTON SCHOOL AT ST ALBANS Saint Albans | 11.2 mi | 6.9 |
| BLEVINS ELEM. Eureka | 9.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,807
Median Home Value
$211,000
Median Rent
$778/mo
Population
1,959
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
81.9%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
53.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGHLAND ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.8 |
| MIDWAY ELEM. Cleveland, MO | 3.8 |
| ACKERMAN Florissant, MO | 3.7 |
| CLARKTON ELEM. Clarkton, MO | 3.9 |
| LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.9 |
| SCOTLAND CO. ELEM. Memphis, MO | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nike Elem.
What grades does Nike Elem. serve?
Nike Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Nike Elem.?
Nike Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nike Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Nike Elem. is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nike Elem. rank in MO?
Nike Elem. ranks #2,070 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Nike Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Nike Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Nike Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nike Elem. has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Nike Elem. a charter school?
No, Nike Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nike Elem. a Title I school?
No, Nike Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nike Elem.?
50.3% of students at Nike 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 199
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.0%
- Phone
- (636) 271-1444
Resources & Links
District
MERAMEC VALLEY R-III- District Enrollment
- 3,044
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,973
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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