Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fredstrom Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fredstrom Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fredstrom Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fredstrom Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#332 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
73%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fredstrom Elementary School's ranking?
Fredstrom Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Fredstrom Elementary School?
439 students attend Fredstrom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Fredstrom Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fredstrom Elementary School?
Fredstrom Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fredstrom Elementary School offer ?
Fredstrom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fredstrom Elementary School part of?
Fredstrom Elementary School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Fredstrom Elementary School located?
Fredstrom Elementary School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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