Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northfield Elementary School serves the northern part of Gering, NE, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northfield Elementary School's student population of 299 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Northfield 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 Northfield Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#651 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northfield Elementary School's ranking?
Northfield Elementary School is ranked #651 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Northfield Elementary School often compared to?
Northfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Northfield Elementary School?
299 students attend Northfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northfield Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northfield Elementary School?
Northfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northfield Elementary School offer ?
Northfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northfield Elementary School part of?
Northfield Elementary School is part of Gering School District.
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