Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aurora Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aurora Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Aurora, NE, covering approximately 263.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 14.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Aurora Elementary School's student population of 520 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Aurora 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 Aurora Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#166 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
10%
23%
White
87%
61%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Elementary School's ranking?
Aurora Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Aurora Elementary School?
520 students attend Aurora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Aurora Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora Elementary School?
Aurora Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Aurora Elementary School offer ?
Aurora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Elementary School part of?
Aurora Elementary School is part of Aurora School District.
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