Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cedar Hollow School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Hollow School serves the southern part of the Grand Island, NE school district, covering an area of approximately 58.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Hollow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cedar Hollow School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Cedar Hollow School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Hollow School is 0.24, 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
#158 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Hollow School's ranking?
Cedar Hollow School is ranked #158 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Cedar Hollow School often compared to?
Cedar Hollow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like 1r Elementary School, Shoemaker Elementary School, Stolley Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cedar Hollow School?
378 students attend Cedar Hollow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cedar Hollow School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Hollow School?
Cedar Hollow School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cedar Hollow School offer ?
Cedar Hollow School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Hollow School part of?
Cedar Hollow School is part of Northwest School District.
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