Serving 73 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mullen Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mullen Elementary School serves the entire district of Mullen, NE, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 1,434.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 35 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mullen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mullen Elementary School's student population of 73 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Mullen Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mullen Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#28 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mullen Elementary School's ranking?
Mullen Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mullen Elementary School?
73 students attend Mullen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mullen Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mullen Elementary School?
Mullen Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mullen Elementary School offer ?
Mullen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mullen Elementary School part of?
Mullen Elementary School is part of Mullen School District.
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