Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arnold Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arnold Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 474.6 square miles in Arnold, NE. Typically, parents can expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 12 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 19.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arnold Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Arnold Elementary School's student population of 121 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Arnold 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 Arnold Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#358 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 #358 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Arnold Elementary School?
121 students attend Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Arnold Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arnold Elementary School?
Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arnold Elementary School part of?
Arnold Elementary School is part of Arnold School District.
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