Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arapahoe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Arapahoe Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Arapahoe, NE, encompassing approximately 313.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 10.5 miles, while the furthest edge is located 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arapahoe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arapahoe Elementary School's student population of 181 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Arapahoe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arapahoe Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#635 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
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 Arapahoe Elementary School's ranking?
Arapahoe Elementary School is ranked #635 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Arapahoe Elementary School often compared to?
Arapahoe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Arapahoe Elementary School?
181 students attend Arapahoe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Arapahoe Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arapahoe Elementary School?
Arapahoe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arapahoe Elementary School offer ?
Arapahoe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arapahoe Elementary School part of?
Arapahoe Elementary School is part of Arapahoe School District.
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