Serving 50 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Loup County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loup County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Taylor, NE, covering approximately 569.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 26.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loup County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Loup County Elementary School's student population of 50 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Learning Today for a Better Tomorrow'
School Rankings
Loup County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loup County Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#354 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 County Elementary School's ranking?
Loup County Elementary School is ranked #354 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Loup County Elementary School?
50 students attend Loup County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Loup County Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loup County Elementary School?
Loup County Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loup County Elementary School offer ?
Loup County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loup County Elementary School part of?
Loup County Elementary School is part of Loup County School District.
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