Excellent
#295 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 13% in state
York Elem.
Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII
2100 NICHOLS, Springfield, MO 65802
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#295 of 2,221
In Springfield
#8 of 58
public schools
In district
#8 of 53
SPRINGFIELD R-XII
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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York Elem.
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Arthur Mallory Early Childhood
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About York Elem.
York Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. York Elem. serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. York Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #295 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for York Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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York Elem. — Students at York Elem. score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 9.0/10.
How York Elem. Compares
See how York 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
2100 NICHOLS, Springfield, MO 65802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATKINS ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BISSETT ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MCGREGOR ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Springfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| BISSETT ELEM. Springfield | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| WEAVER ELEM. Springfield | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| WILLIAMS ELEM. Springfield | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| WESTPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTPORT ELEM. Springfield | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY Springfield | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CAMPBELL ELEM. Springfield | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| U.SCHOOL Springfield | 1.5 mi | — |
| PIPKIN MIDDLE Springfield | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BOWERMAN ELEM. Springfield | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| EXCEL SCHOOL Springfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| REED MIDDLE Springfield | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| MOCA-S Springfield | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Springfield | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| WATKINS ELEM. Springfield | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BOYD ELEM. Springfield | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,080
Median Home Value
$162,400
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
46,005
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| BISSETT ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 8.1 |
| SEYMOUR ELEM. Seymour, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York Elem.
What grades does York Elem. serve?
York Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend York Elem.?
York Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at York Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does York Elem. rank in MO?
York Elem. ranks #295 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is York Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
York Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 York Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, York Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is York Elem. a charter school?
No, York Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is York Elem. a Title I school?
No, York Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for York Elem.?
91.2% of students at York 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 523-3000
Resources & Links
District
SPRINGFIELD R-XII- District Enrollment
- 24,267
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,461
- District Rank
- #8 of 53
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