NIXA JUNIOR HIGH

www.nixajuniorhigh.net

1,067 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Nixa Junior High, located at 205 North Street in Nixa, Missouri, serves as a key component of the Nixa Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to bridging the educational gap between elementary and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional development of early adolescent students. By fostering a supportive and structured environment, the school aims to prepare its student body for the rigorous demands of the high school level while encouraging personal growth and community involvement.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, balancing core academic subjects with elective opportunities that allow students to explore their interests. According to its digital presence, the institution prioritizes strong communication between staff, parents, and students to ensure a collaborative learning environment. With a commitment to the "Nixa Eagle" spirit, the school promotes academic excellence and character development, striving to equip its students with the skills necessary for long-term success in both their future academic endeavors and their personal lives.

1,067

Total Students

67.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NIXA JUNIOR HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	880
Hispanic	89
Black	12
Asian	13
Two or More	71
American Indian	2

White
880 (82.5 %)
Hispanic
89 (8.3 %)
Two or More
71 (6.7 %)
Asian
13 (1.2 %)
Black
12 (1.1 %)
American Indian
2 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Nixa Public Schools
Phone:	(417)724-6400
Website:	http://www.nixajuniorhigh.net
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	1,067
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	67.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	180
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	73

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 7 554

Grade 8 513