Serving 117 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Stuart Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stuart Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Stuart, NE, encompassing approximately 124.5 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 7.7 miles and the furthest edge located 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stuart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Stuart Elementary School's student population of 117 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Stuart 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 Stuart 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
#358 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stuart Elementary School's ranking?
Stuart Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Stuart Elementary School often compared to?
Stuart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O'neill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Stuart Elementary School?
117 students attend Stuart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Stuart Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stuart Elementary School?
Stuart Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stuart Elementary School offer ?
Stuart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stuart Elementary School part of?
Stuart Elementary School is part of Stuart School District.
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