Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nashua 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 70-74% (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 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nashua Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Rankings
Nashua 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 Nashua Elementary School is 0.53, which is more 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
#49 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
66%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Nashua Elementary School's ranking?
Nashua Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Nashua Elementary School often compared to?
Nashua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Prairie Elementary School, Blue Hills Elementary School, Fox Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Nashua Elementary School?
358 students attend Nashua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Nashua Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nashua Elementary School?
Nashua Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nashua Elementary School offer ?
Nashua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nashua Elementary School part of?
Nashua Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Nashua Elementary School located?
Nashua Elementary School is located in the Meadowbrook Heights neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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