Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cross County Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: CROSS COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district in Stromsburg, NE, encompassing approximately 177.2 square miles. Families typically find a drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cross County Elementary School's student population of 178 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cross County Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross County Elementary School is 0.13, which is less 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
#162 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
LEAD ⚪ GROW ⚪ SUCCEED
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross County Elementary School's ranking?
Cross County Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 901 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cross County Elementary School?
178 students attend Cross County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cross County Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross County Elementary School?
Cross County Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cross County Elementary School offer ?
Cross County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross County Elementary School part of?
Cross County Elementary School is part of Cross County Community Schools.
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