Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bassett Grade School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 4% 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: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BASSETT GRADE SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district of Bassett, NE, encompassing approximately 1,010.8 square miles. Families in this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 19 miles and the furthest edge located 37.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bassett Grade School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bassett Grade 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 Bassett Grade School is 0.08, 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
#341 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 Bassett Grade School's ranking?
Bassett Grade School is ranked #341 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bassett Grade School?
138 students attend Bassett Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Bassett Grade School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bassett Grade School?
Bassett Grade School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bassett Grade School offer ?
Bassett Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bassett Grade School part of?
Bassett Grade School is part of Rock County School District.
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