Serving 52 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elba 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elba Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elba, NE, covering approximately 95.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elba Elementary School's student population of 52 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elba 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 Elba 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
#852 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Elba Elementary School's ranking?
Elba Elementary School is ranked #852 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elba Elementary School?
52 students attend Elba Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Elba Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elba Elementary School?
Elba Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elba Elementary School offer ?
Elba Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elba Elementary School part of?
Elba Elementary School is part of Elba School District.
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