Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blue Hill Elementary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Hill Elementary School serves the entire district in Blue Hill, NE, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 149.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Hill Elementary School's student population of 183 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Blue Hill 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 Blue Hill Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#315 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Hill Elementary School is ranked #315 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Blue Hill Elementary School?
183 students attend Blue Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Blue Hill Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Hill Elementary School?
Blue Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blue Hill Elementary School offer ?
Blue Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Hill Elementary School part of?
Blue Hill Elementary School is part of Blue Hill Community Schools.
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