Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Crete Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 72%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 79%
- Reading Proficiency: 90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crete Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crete Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Crete Elementary School is 0.52, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)79%
72%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)90%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
61%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
33%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Crete Elementary School often compared to?
Crete Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri County Elementary School, Friend Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 72% NE state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% NE state average).
How many students attend Crete Elementary School?
429 students attend Crete Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Crete Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crete Elementary School?
Crete Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crete Elementary School offer ?
Crete Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Crete Elementary School part of?
Crete Elementary School is part of Crete Public Schools School District.
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