Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reeder 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 89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Reeder Elementary School serves the west part of Gretna, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reeder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reeder Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Gretchen Reeder Elementary School guarantees world-class instruction in a safe, inclusive, student-centered environment empowering all students to exemplify academic growth, achievement, and responsible citizenship.
School Rankings
Reeder 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 Reeder Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#10 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Green
School Mascot
Rudy The Roadrunner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reeder Elementary School's ranking?
Reeder Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Reeder Elementary School often compared to?
Reeder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Reeder Elementary School?
504 students attend Reeder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Reeder Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reeder Elementary School?
Reeder Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Reeder Elementary School offer ?
Reeder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reeder Elementary School part of?
Reeder Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The teachers are wonderful and really seem to care about the success of the students.
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