Serving 116 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Morrill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher 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 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morrill Elementary School's student population of 116 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Morrill 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 Morrill Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#414 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrill Elementary School's ranking?
Morrill Elementary School is ranked #414 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Morrill Elementary School often compared to?
Morrill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell Elementary School, Northfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Morrill Elementary School?
116 students attend Morrill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Morrill Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morrill Elementary School?
Morrill Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morrill Elementary School offer ?
Morrill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morrill Elementary School part of?
Morrill Elementary School is part of Morrill School District.
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