Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School serves the southern part of Kearney, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles, with most families typically taking a 5-10 minute drive to reach the school. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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Year Founded
1926
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#278 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
35%
23%
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Black
4%
7%
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White
53%
61%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
284 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Central Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Kearney School District.
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