Serving 263 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Knickrehm Elementary School serves the northern part of Grand Island, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Knickrehm Elementary School's student population of 263 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Knickrehm 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 Knickrehm Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#731 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
23%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knickrehm Elementary School's ranking?
Knickrehm Elementary School is ranked #731 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?
40-44% 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 Knickrehm Elementary School?
263 students attend Knickrehm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Knickrehm Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knickrehm Elementary School?
Knickrehm Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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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