Serving 83 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Brady 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brady Elementary School serves the entire district of Brady, NE, covering an area of approximately 262.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brady Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Brady Elementary School's student population of 83 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brady 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 Brady 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
#439 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Brady Elementary School's ranking?
Brady Elementary School is ranked #439 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?
50-59% 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 Brady Elementary School?
83 students attend Brady Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Brady Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brady Elementary School?
Brady Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brady Elementary School offer ?
Brady Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brady Elementary School part of?
Brady Elementary School is part of Brady School District.
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