Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Espy Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Espy 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
Espy Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Rankings
Espy Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Espy Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#69 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Espy Elementary School's ranking?
Espy Elementary School is ranked #69 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Espy Elementary School often compared to?
Espy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Pointe Elementary School, Century Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Espy Elementary School?
371 students attend Espy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Espy Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Espy Elementary School?
Espy Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Espy Elementary School offer ?
Espy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Espy Elementary School part of?
Espy Elementary School is part of Nixa School District.
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