Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Medicine Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medicine Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Medicine Valley Elementary School's student population of 121 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Medicine Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medicine Valley Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medicine Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Medicine Valley Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Medicine Valley Elementary School?
121 students attend Medicine Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Medicine Valley Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medicine Valley Elementary School?
Medicine Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Medicine Valley Elementary School offer ?
Medicine Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Medicine Valley Elementary School part of?
Medicine Valley Elementary School is part of Medicine Valley Public Schools School District.
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