Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thayer Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (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 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Thayer Central Intermediate serves the entire district of Hebron, NE, covering an area of approximately 280.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thayer Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thayer Central Elementary School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Thayer Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thayer Central Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#146 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thayer Central Elementary School's ranking?
Thayer Central Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Thayer Central Elementary School?
256 students attend Thayer Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Thayer Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thayer Central Elementary School?
Thayer Central Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thayer Central Elementary School offer ?
Thayer Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thayer Central Elementary School part of?
Thayer Central Elementary School is part of Thayer Central Community Schools.
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