Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 60-64% (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 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newell Elementary School serves the west part of Grand Island, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newell Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day, A Success!
School Rankings
Newell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newell Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#531 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1989–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newell Elementary School's ranking?
Newell Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Newell Elementary School often compared to?
Newell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shoemaker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Newell Elementary School?
348 students attend Newell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Newell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newell Elementary School?
Newell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newell Elementary School offer ?
Newell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newell Elementary School part of?
Newell Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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