Central Elementary School serves 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fairbury, NE school district, covering approximately 381.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 11.9 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point of the zone is about 16.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
277 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Central Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Fairbury School District.
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