Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Century Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Century Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Century Elementary School's student population of 585 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Century Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Century Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#432 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
85%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Century Elementary School's ranking?
Century Elementary School is ranked #432 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Century Elementary School often compared to?
Century Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Thomas School Of Discover, Espy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Century Elementary School?
585 students attend Century Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Century Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Century Elementary School?
Century Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Century Elementary School offer ?
Century Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Century Elementary School part of?
Century Elementary School is part of Nixa School District.
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