Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fort Calhoun Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Calhoun Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Calhoun Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Calhoun Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Calhoun Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Calhoun Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Calhoun Elementary School is ranked #220 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Fort Calhoun Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Calhoun Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Arbor Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Fort Calhoun Elementary School?
465 students attend Fort Calhoun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fort Calhoun Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Calhoun Elementary School?
Fort Calhoun Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fort Calhoun Elementary School offer ?
Fort Calhoun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Calhoun Elementary School part of?
Fort Calhoun Elementary School is part of Fort Calhoun Community Schools School District.
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