Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Chase County Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chase County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chase County Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Chase County Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chase County Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chase County Elementary School's ranking?
Chase County Elementary School is ranked #120 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Chase County Elementary School?
218 students attend Chase County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Chase County Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chase County Elementary School?
Chase County Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chase County Elementary School offer ?
Chase County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chase County Elementary School part of?
Chase County Elementary School is part of Chase County Schools School District.
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