Serving 130 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newman Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newman Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newman Grove Elementary School's student population of 130 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newman Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newman Grove Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#30 out of 902 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newman Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Newman Grove Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Newman Grove Elementary School?
130 students attend Newman Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Newman Grove Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newman Grove Elementary School?
Newman Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newman Grove Elementary School offer ?
Newman Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Newman Grove Elementary School part of?
Newman Grove Elementary School is part of Newman Grove Public Schools School District.
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