Serving 126 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Deshler 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deshler Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Deshler, NE, covering approximately 160.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deshler Elementary School's student population of 126 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deshler Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deshler Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#531 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deshler Elementary School's ranking?
Deshler Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Deshler Elementary School?
126 students attend Deshler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Deshler Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deshler Elementary School?
Deshler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Deshler Elementary School offer ?
Deshler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deshler Elementary School part of?
Deshler Elementary School is part of Deshler School District.
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