ESPY ELEM.

ESPY ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Nixa Public Schools school district, located in NIXA, MO with about 396 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, ESPY ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Espy Elementary, located in Nixa, Missouri, serves as a key part of the Nixa Public Schools district, focusing on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the primary grades. The school emphasizes academic excellence and personal growth, encouraging students to develop both their foundational skills and their character. With a strong commitment to community involvement, Espy Elementary works closely with parents and local stakeholders to create a cohesive educational experience that prepares students for success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school prides itself on maintaining a positive school culture where students are encouraged to be curious, collaborative, and respectful. By leveraging modern teaching practices and providing a safe, inclusive atmosphere, Espy Elementary aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body. Whether through classroom instruction or extracurricular initiatives, the school strives to instill a lifelong love of learning while upholding the high standards for which the Nixa school system is known throughout the region.

For more information, contact ESPY ELEM. at (417) 875-5650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

220 South Gregg Road
NIXA, MO 65714-8663
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ESPY ELEM. is a public Title I school in NIXA, MO with about 396 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Missouri

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
396
Teachers:
32.63
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 396 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ESPY ELEM. is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
83.1%
Hispanic/Latino
8.6%
Two or more races
5.6%
Asian
1.3%
Black or African American
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
47.5%
Male
52.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.