Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saratoga 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saratoga Elementary School serves a central area in Lincoln, NE, covering approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saratoga Elementary School's student population of 216 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saratoga 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 Saratoga Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#778 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
23%
23%
Black
9%
7%
White
47%
61%
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saratoga Elementary School's ranking?
Saratoga Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Saratoga Elementary School often compared to?
Saratoga Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Saratoga Elementary School?
216 students attend Saratoga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Saratoga Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saratoga Elementary School?
Saratoga Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Saratoga Elementary School offer ?
Saratoga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saratoga Elementary School part of?
Saratoga Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Saratoga Elementary School located?
Saratoga Elementary School is located in the Irvingdale neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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