Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gibbon 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gibbon Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Gibbon, NE school district, encompassing approximately 158.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gibbon Elementary School's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Gibbon 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 Gibbon Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#586 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
45%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gibbon Elementary School's ranking?
Gibbon Elementary School is ranked #586 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Gibbon Elementary School?
324 students attend Gibbon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gibbon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gibbon Elementary School?
Gibbon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gibbon Elementary School offer ?
Gibbon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gibbon Elementary School part of?
Gibbon Elementary School is part of Gibbon School District.
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