Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arnold 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 38% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arnold Elementary School serves the northwest part of Lincoln, NE, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the school from the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arnold Elementary School's student population of 673 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
Soaring to High Standards in Learning and Behavior
School Rankings
Arnold 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 Arnold Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#739 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
48%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arnold Elementary School's ranking?
Arnold Elementary School is ranked #739 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Arnold Elementary School often compared to?
Arnold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beattie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Arnold Elementary School?
673 students attend Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Arnold Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arnold Elementary School?
Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arnold Elementary School part of?
Arnold Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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