Serving 4 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cutcomb Lake School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 72%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 79%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in NE)
- Attendance Zone: Cutcomb Lake School serves the northwest part of Valentine, NE, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of about 8.4 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the attendance area is located 8.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cutcomb Lake School's student population of 4 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cutcomb Lake School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
72%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
79%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
White
100%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
9%
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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 72% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 79% NE state average).
How many students attend Cutcomb Lake School?
4 students attend Cutcomb Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cutcomb Lake School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cutcomb Lake School?
Cutcomb Lake School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cutcomb Lake School offer ?
Cutcomb Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cutcomb Lake School part of?
Cutcomb Lake School is part of Valentine Community Schools.
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