Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hemingford Elementary School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hemingford Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hemingford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemingford Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemingford Elementary School's ranking?
Hemingford Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Hemingford Elementary School?
233 students attend Hemingford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hemingford Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hemingford Elementary School?
Hemingford Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hemingford Elementary School offer ?
Hemingford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hemingford Elementary School part of?
Hemingford Elementary School is part of Hemingford Public Schools School District.
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