Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knickrehm Elementary School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knickrehm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Knickrehm Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Knickrehm Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knickrehm Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#678 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
75%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
21%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knickrehm Elementary School's ranking?
Knickrehm Elementary School is ranked #678 out of 902 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Knickrehm Elementary School?
251 students attend Knickrehm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Knickrehm Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knickrehm Elementary School?
Knickrehm Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Knickrehm Elementary School offer ?
Knickrehm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knickrehm Elementary School part of?
Knickrehm Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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