Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School's student population of 558 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School's ranking?
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School is ranked #120 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School?
558 students attend Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School?
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School offer ?
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School part of?
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School is part of Nemaha Central School District.
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