Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shickley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 4% 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: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shickley Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 126.4 square miles around Shickley, NE. Families typically face a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shickley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shickley Elementary School's student population of 85 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Shickley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shickley Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#103 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Hispanic
4%
23%
White
96%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shickley Elementary School's ranking?
Shickley Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Shickley Elementary School?
85 students attend Shickley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Shickley Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shickley Elementary School?
Shickley Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shickley Elementary School offer ?
Shickley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shickley Elementary School part of?
Shickley Elementary School is part of Shickley School District.
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