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 (26-27)
- 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's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Blue Hill, NE, encompassing approximately 149.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 13.7 miles.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1996–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 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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