Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elmwood-murdock Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmwood-Murdock Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Elmwood, NE, encompassing approximately 113.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7 miles and the furthest edge located 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmwood-murdock Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#21 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
23%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 Elmwood-murdock Elementary School's ranking?
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elmwood-murdock Elementary School?
301 students attend Elmwood-murdock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Elmwood-murdock Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood-murdock Elementary School?
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elmwood-murdock Elementary School offer ?
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmwood-murdock Elementary School part of?
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School is part of Elmwood-Murdock School District.
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