Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Mathews Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mathews Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mathews Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mathews Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mathews Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#17 out of 2076 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
81%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mathews Elementary School's ranking?
Mathews Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Mathews Elementary School often compared to?
Mathews Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlandville Elementary School, Century Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mathews Elementary School?
457 students attend Mathews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mathews Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mathews Elementary School?
Mathews Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mathews Elementary School offer ?
Mathews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mathews Elementary School part of?
Mathews Elementary School is part of Nixa School District.
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