Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Minden East Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minden East Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Minden, NE, encompassing approximately 350.8 square miles. The area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.5 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest edge located 22.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minden East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Minden East Elementary School's student population of 239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Minden East 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 Minden East Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#255 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
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)2.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Minden East Elementary School's ranking?
Minden East Elementary School is ranked #255 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Minden East Elementary School often compared to?
Minden East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Axtell Elementary School, Wilcox-hildreth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Minden East Elementary School?
239 students attend Minden East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Minden East Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minden East Elementary School?
Minden East Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Minden East Elementary School offer ?
Minden East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minden East Elementary School part of?
Minden East Elementary School is part of Minden School District.
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