Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blue Sage Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Sage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Sage Elementary School's student population of 612 students has grown by 225% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 160% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Blue Sage Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Sage Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 901 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Sage Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Sage Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Blue Sage Elementary School?
612 students attend Blue Sage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Blue Sage Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Sage Elementary School?
Blue Sage Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blue Sage Elementary School offer ?
Blue Sage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Sage Elementary School part of?
Blue Sage Elementary School is part of Elkhorn Public Schools.
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