Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bertrand Elementary School ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 13% 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: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bertrand Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Bertrand school district, encompassing approximately 212.4 square miles around the city of Bertrand, NE. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bertrand Elementary School's student population of 121 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Bertrand 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 Bertrand 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
#429 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
12%
23%
White
87%
61%
Two or more races
1%
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
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bertrand Elementary School's ranking?
Bertrand Elementary School is ranked #429 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bertrand Elementary School?
121 students attend Bertrand Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bertrand Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bertrand Elementary School?
Bertrand Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bertrand Elementary School offer ?
Bertrand Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bertrand Elementary School part of?
Bertrand Elementary School is part of Bertrand School District.
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