Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shoemaker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shoemaker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shoemaker Elementary School's student population of 458 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shoemaker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shoemaker Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
62%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoemaker Elementary School's ranking?
Shoemaker Elementary School is ranked #378 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Shoemaker Elementary School often compared to?
Shoemaker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hollow School, Engleman Elementary School, West Lawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Shoemaker Elementary School?
458 students attend Shoemaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Shoemaker Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shoemaker Elementary School?
Shoemaker Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shoemaker Elementary School offer ?
Shoemaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shoemaker Elementary School part of?
Shoemaker Elementary School is part of Grand Island Public Schools School District.
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