Serving 83 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, St. Edward 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Edward Elementary School serves the entire district of Saint Edward, NE, encompassing an area of approximately 109.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Edward Elementary School's student population of 83 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Edward 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 St. Edward Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#725 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Beavers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Edward Elementary School's ranking?
St. Edward Elementary School is ranked #725 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend St. Edward Elementary School?
83 students attend St. Edward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of St. Edward Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Edward Elementary School?
St. Edward Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does St. Edward Elementary School offer ?
St. Edward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Edward Elementary School part of?
St. Edward Elementary School is part of St Edward School District.
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