Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elkhorn Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkhorn Valley Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Tilden, NE, covering approximately 213 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 15.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhorn Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elkhorn Valley Elementary School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Elkhorn Valley 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 Elkhorn Valley Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#146 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Elkhorn Valley Elementary School is ranked #146 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elkhorn Valley Elementary School?
252 students attend Elkhorn Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Elkhorn Valley Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhorn Valley Elementary School?
Elkhorn Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Valley Elementary School offer ?
Elkhorn Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhorn Valley Elementary School part of?
Elkhorn Valley Elementary School is part of Elkhorn Valley Schools.
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