Hay Springs Early Childhood serves 15 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hay Springs Early Childhood's student population of 15 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower students to S.O.A.R.: Show pride through success Own opportunities Act positively to achieve Respect all
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hay Springs Early Childhood 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hay Springs Early Childhood?
15 students attend Hay Springs Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hay Springs Early Childhood students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hay Springs Early Childhood?
Hay Springs Early Childhood has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hay Springs Early Childhood offer ?
Hay Springs Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hay Springs Early Childhood part of?
Hay Springs Early Childhood is part of Hay Springs School District.
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