Central Elementary School

604 W 1st
Mc Cook, NE 69001
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
7/
10
Top 50%
Central Elementary School serves 199 students in grades 4-5.
Central Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 199 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 50% in NE
  • Math Proficiency
    : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 53% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

School Overview

Central Elementary School's student population of 199 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
199 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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School Rankings

Central Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NE)
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
12%
21%
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Black
n/a
7%
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White
85%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.27
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
33%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #278 out of 902 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
199 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Central Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 4-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of MC Cook Public Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 199 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 53% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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