Serving 1,033 students in grades 7-8, Nixa Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nixa Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nixa Junior High School's student population of 1,033 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,033 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nixa Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nixa Junior High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Nixa School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nixa Junior High School's ranking?
Nixa Junior High School is ranked #127 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Nixa Junior High School?
1,033 students attend Nixa Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Nixa Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nixa Junior High School?
Nixa Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nixa Junior High School offer ?
Nixa Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nixa Junior High School part of?
Nixa Junior High School is part of Nixa School District.
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