Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School serves the northeast part of Bellevue, NE, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 187 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#500 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
187 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Central Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
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