Serving 87 students in grades 1-5, Seedling Mile 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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: 1-5
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Seedling Mile Elementary School serves the eastern part of Grand Island, NE, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being around 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seedling Mile Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Seedling Mile Elementary School's student population of 87 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day, A Success!
School Rankings
Seedling Mile 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 Seedling Mile Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#749 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seedling Mile Elementary School's ranking?
Seedling Mile Elementary School is ranked #749 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Seedling Mile Elementary School often compared to?
Seedling Mile Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stolley Park Elementary School, Cedar Hollow School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Seedling Mile Elementary School?
87 students attend Seedling Mile Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Seedling Mile Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seedling Mile Elementary School?
Seedling Mile Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seedling Mile Elementary School offer ?
Seedling Mile Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seedling Mile Elementary School part of?
Seedling Mile Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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