Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thayer Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thayer Central 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
Thayer Central Elementary School's student population of 251 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thayer Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thayer Central Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#81 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thayer Central Elementary School's ranking?
Thayer Central Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Thayer Central Elementary School?
251 students attend Thayer Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Thayer Central Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thayer Central Elementary School?
Thayer Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thayer Central Elementary School offer ?
Thayer Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Thayer Central Elementary School part of?
Thayer Central Elementary School is part of Thayer Central Community Schs School District.
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