Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Garden County Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Garden County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Oshkosh, NE, covering approximately 1,803.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 22.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 44.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garden County Elementary School's student population of 140 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garden County 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 Garden County Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#472 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)17.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 Garden County Elementary School's ranking?
Garden County Elementary School is ranked #472 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Garden County Elementary School?
140 students attend Garden County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Garden County Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden County Elementary School?
Garden County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Garden County Elementary School offer ?
Garden County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garden County Elementary School part of?
Garden County Elementary School is part of Garden County Schools.
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