At a glance
Reported students
493
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
33.35
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Missouri elementary enrollment
86th percentile
Compared with 1,202 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
493
John Thomas School of Discover: 493 reported students.
State peer staffing position
88th percentile
14.8:1 reported; state peer median 12.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 489
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33.54
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.6:1
What the reported data says about John Thomas School of Discover
John Thomas School of Discover is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Nixa. It is one of 11 current school records connected to Nixa Public Schools. NCES reports 493 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,202 elementary schools in Missouri with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 327.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 86th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.8:1, above the Missouri median of 12.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (86.8%) and multiracial (6.5%). English learners represent 1.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking John Thomas School of Discover
- 1How do the reported 14.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 33.35 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 16.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White86.8%
- Hispanic5.3%
- Black0.4%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial6.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Nixa Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Mathews Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–04
457 reported students
Century Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–04
592 reported students
Espy Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–04
371 reported students
High Pointe Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–04
619 reported students
Summit Intermediate School
Middle · Grades 04–06
507 reported students
Nicholas A. Inman Intermediate
Middle · Grades 05–06
397 reported students
Public schools near John Thomas School of Discover
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Elem. Elementary · Nixa Public Schools | KG–04 | 592 | 0.6 mi |
| Espy Elem. Elementary · Nixa Public Schools | KG–04 | 371 | 1.5 mi |
| High Pointe Elem. Elementary · Nixa Public Schools | KG–04 | 619 | 1.6 mi |
| Mathews Elem. Elementary · Nixa Public Schools | KG–04 | 457 | 1.9 mi |
| West Elem. Elementary · Ozark R-VI | KG–04 | 584 | 3 mi |
| North Elem. Elementary · Ozark R-VI | KG–04 | 514 | 4.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about John Thomas School of Discover
What grades does John Thomas School of Discover serve?
John Thomas School of Discover reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Nixa Public Schools.
How many students attend John Thomas School of Discover?
John Thomas School of Discover reported 493 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 86th percentile among 1,202 Missouri elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 489 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at John Thomas School of Discover?
The calculated ratio is 14.8:1, based on 493 students and 33.35 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Missouri median for the same school level is 12.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is John Thomas School of Discover a public, charter, or magnet school?
John Thomas School of Discover is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of John Thomas School of Discover students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
16.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is John Thomas School of Discover in?
John Thomas School of Discover is part of Nixa Public Schools, based in Nixa, MO, which operates 11 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near John Thomas School of Discover?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Century Elem. (0.6 mi), Espy Elem. (1.5 mi), High Pointe Elem. (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.