Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Winnebago 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 23% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winnebago Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 70.6 square miles in Winnebago, NE. Parents can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winnebago Elementary School's student population of 438 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Winnebago 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 Winnebago Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#879 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
95%
1%
Hispanic
2%
23%
White
1%
61%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winnebago Elementary School's ranking?
Winnebago Elementary School is ranked #879 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Winnebago Elementary School?
438 students attend Winnebago Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Winnebago Elementary School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winnebago Elementary School?
Winnebago Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winnebago Elementary School offer ?
Winnebago Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winnebago Elementary School part of?
Winnebago Elementary School is part of Winnebago Public Schools District 17.
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