Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Loup City 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 17% 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: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Loup City Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Loup City school district, covering approximately 379.4 square miles in Loup City, NE. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loup City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Loup City Elementary School's student population of 211 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loup City 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 Loup City Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#684 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Loup City Elementary School's ranking?
Loup City Elementary School is ranked #684 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Loup City Elementary School often compared to?
Loup City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elwood Elementary School, Central City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Loup City Elementary School?
211 students attend Loup City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Loup City Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loup City Elementary School?
Loup City Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loup City Elementary School offer ?
Loup City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loup City Elementary School part of?
Loup City Elementary School is part of Loup City School District.
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