Serving 851 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roper 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 44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Roper Elementary School's student population of 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Roper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roper Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#638 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
10%
7%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roper Elementary School's ranking?
Roper Elementary School is ranked #638 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Roper Elementary School often compared to?
Roper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Roper Elementary School?
851 students attend Roper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Roper Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roper Elementary School?
Roper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Roper Elementary School offer ?
Roper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roper Elementary School part of?
Roper Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Roper Elementary School located?
Roper Elementary School is located in the West A neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
School Reviews
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