Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dodge Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dodge Elementary School serves the eastern part of Grand Island, NE, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with most students living within 0.6 miles of the school and the furthest edge of the zone located 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dodge Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Dodge 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 Dodge Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#810 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
66%
23%
Black
15%
7%
White
16%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodge Elementary School's ranking?
Dodge Elementary School is ranked #810 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Dodge Elementary School often compared to?
Dodge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Dodge Elementary School?
436 students attend Dodge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Dodge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dodge Elementary School?
Dodge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dodge Elementary School offer ?
Dodge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dodge Elementary School part of?
Dodge Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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