Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Squire John Thomas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Squire John Thomas Elementary serves the southeast part of Gretna, NE, covering an area of approximately 22.7 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Squire John Thomas Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Squire John Thomas Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Squire John Thomas Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#261 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Squire John Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Squire John Thomas Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Squire John Thomas Elementary School?
499 students attend Squire John Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Squire John Thomas Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Squire John Thomas Elementary School?
Squire John Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Squire John Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Squire John Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Squire John Thomas Elementary School part of?
Squire John Thomas Elementary School is part of Gretna School District.
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