Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elementary School At Valparaiso ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Elementary School at Valparaiso encompasses the entire Valparaiso school district, covering approximately 171.2 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 7.4 miles and the furthest edge located 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary School At Valparaiso ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elementary School At Valparaiso's student population of 149 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Elementary School At Valparaiso ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elementary School At Valparaiso is 0.13, 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
#86 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
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
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Elementary School At Valparaiso's ranking?
Elementary School At Valparaiso is ranked #86 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Elementary School At Valparaiso?
149 students attend Elementary School At Valparaiso.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elementary School At Valparaiso students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elementary School At Valparaiso?
Elementary School At Valparaiso has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elementary School At Valparaiso offer ?
Elementary School At Valparaiso offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary School At Valparaiso part of?
Elementary School At Valparaiso is part of Raymond Central School District.
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