Serving 507 students in grades 4-6, Summit Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% 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 67% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit Intermediate School serves the eastern part of Nixa, MO, covering an area of approximately 17.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Intermediate School's student population of 507 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
“Summit, The PEAK of Success!”
School Rankings
Summit Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Intermediate School is 0.30, 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
#233 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Summit Intermediate School's ranking?
Summit Intermediate School is ranked #233 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Summit Intermediate School?
507 students attend Summit Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Summit Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Intermediate School?
Summit Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Summit Intermediate School offer ?
Summit Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Intermediate School part of?
Summit Intermediate School is part of Nixa School District.
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