Serving 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Diller-odell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Diller-Odell Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Diller, NE, covering approximately 206.5 square miles. The zone typically requires a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.3 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 28.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diller-odell 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
Diller-odell Elementary School's student population of 137 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Diller-odell 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 Diller-odell Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#166 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diller-odell Elementary School's ranking?
Diller-odell Elementary School is ranked #166 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Diller-odell Elementary School?
137 students attend Diller-odell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Diller-odell Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diller-odell Elementary School?
Diller-odell Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Diller-odell Elementary School offer ?
Diller-odell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diller-odell Elementary School part of?
Diller-odell Elementary School is part of Diller-Odell School District.
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