Serving 72 students in grades 4-5, Johnson Co Central Elem-cook ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnson Co Central Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 284.6 square miles around Cook, NE. Families may typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of nearly 12 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge located about 21.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook's student population of 72 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Journey Together... Creating Opportunities... Committed to Excellence.
School Rankings
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook 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 Johnson Co Central Elem-cook is 0.41, 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
#514 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Johnson Co Central Elem-cook's ranking?
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook is ranked #514 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Johnson Co Central Elem-cook?
72 students attend Johnson Co Central Elem-cook.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Johnson Co Central Elem-cook students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Co Central Elem-cook?
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Johnson Co Central Elem-cook offer ?
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Co Central Elem-cook part of?
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook is part of Johnson Co Central School District.
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