Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ainsworth Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ainsworth Elementary School serves the entire Ainsworth, NE district, covering approximately 1,172.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ainsworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ainsworth Elementary School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Ainsworth Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ainsworth Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#306 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ainsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Ainsworth Elementary School is ranked #306 out of 901 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ainsworth Elementary School?
138 students attend Ainsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ainsworth Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ainsworth Elementary School?
Ainsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ainsworth Elementary School offer ?
Ainsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ainsworth Elementary School part of?
Ainsworth Elementary School is part of Ainsworth Community Schools.
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