Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shell Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shell Creek Elementary School serves the eastern part of Columbus, NE, covering an area of approximately 114.2 square miles. Most families are within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shell Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Shell Creek Elementary School's student population of 373 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shell Creek 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 Shell Creek 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
#278 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shell Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Shell Creek Elementary School is ranked #278 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Shell Creek Elementary School?
373 students attend Shell Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Shell Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shell Creek Elementary School?
Shell Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shell Creek Elementary School offer ?
Shell Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shell Creek Elementary School part of?
Shell Creek Elementary School is part of Lakeview Community Schools.
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