Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Atkinson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Atkinson Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 923 square miles around Atkinson, NE, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 17.6 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 30.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Atkinson Elementary School's student population of 189 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atkinson Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#119 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
90%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-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 Atkinson Elementary School's ranking?
Atkinson Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Atkinson Elementary School often compared to?
Atkinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O'neill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Atkinson Elementary School?
189 students attend Atkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Atkinson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atkinson Elementary School?
Atkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Atkinson Elementary School offer ?
Atkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atkinson Elementary School part of?
Atkinson Elementary School is part of West Holt School District.
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