Serving 80 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sargent Elementary School ranks in the top 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sargent Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Sargent, NE, encompassing approximately 297.6 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 19.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sargent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sargent Elementary School's student population of 80 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sargent Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sargent Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#439 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
6%
7%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Sargent Elementary School's ranking?
Sargent Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sargent Elementary School?
80 students attend Sargent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sargent Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sargent Elementary School?
Sargent Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sargent Elementary School offer ?
Sargent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sargent Elementary School part of?
Sargent Elementary School is part of Sargent School District.
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