Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, St. Paul 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 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Paul Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Saint Paul, NE, covering approximately 231.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 17.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Paul Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
St. Paul 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 St. Paul Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#393 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.8%
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 St. Paul Elementary School's ranking?
St. Paul Elementary School is ranked #393 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are St. Paul Elementary School often compared to?
St. Paul Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Libory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend St. Paul Elementary School?
390 students attend St. Paul Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of St. Paul Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Paul Elementary School?
St. Paul Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does St. Paul Elementary School offer ?
St. Paul Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Paul Elementary School part of?
St. Paul Elementary School is part of St Paul School District.
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