Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oakland Craig Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland Craig Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Oakland, NE, encompassing approximately 124.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edges of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Craig Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oakland Craig Elementary School's student population of 237 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Oakland Craig Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Craig Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#119 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
85%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Craig Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Craig Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Oakland Craig Elementary School?
237 students attend Oakland Craig Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Oakland Craig Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Craig Elementary School?
Oakland Craig Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oakland Craig Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Craig Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland Craig Elementary School part of?
Oakland Craig Elementary School is part of Oakland Craig School District.
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