Serving 2,041 students in grades 9-12, Nixa High 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 77% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,041 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nixa High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Nixa school district, covering approximately 55.2 square miles. Typically, students can expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nixa 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nixa High School's student population of 2,041 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,041 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Nixa High 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 Nixa 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
#10 out of 2076 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Silver
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nixa High School's ranking?
Nixa High School is ranked #10 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Nixa High School often compared to?
Nixa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ozark High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nixa High School?
The graduation rate of Nixa High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Nixa High School?
2,041 students attend Nixa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Nixa High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nixa High School?
Nixa High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nixa High School offer ?
Nixa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nixa High School part of?
Nixa High School is part of Nixa School District.
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