Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 77%).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Sidney, NE, covering approximately 287.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Confident and Powerful Learners
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)75-79%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)70-74%
77%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 77% NE state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
205 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Sidney Public Schools.
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