Serving 468 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- 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 468 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
468 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Summit Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Intermediate School is 0.32, 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
#336 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%

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
6%
8%

Black
2%
15%

White
82%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Summit Intermediate School's ranking?
Summit Intermediate School is ranked #336 out of 2,084 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
468 students attend Summit Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Summit Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
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
What school district is Summit Intermediate School part of?
Summit Intermediate School is part of Nixa School District.
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