Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Leigh Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leigh Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Leigh, NE, covering approximately 111.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leigh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Leigh Elementary School's student population of 201 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Leigh Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leigh Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#215 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leigh Elementary School's ranking?
Leigh Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Leigh Elementary School often compared to?
Leigh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Leigh Elementary School?
201 students attend Leigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Leigh Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leigh Elementary School?
Leigh Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leigh Elementary School offer ?
Leigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leigh Elementary School part of?
Leigh Elementary School is part of Leigh Community Schools.
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