Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Engleman 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 55% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Engleman Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Engleman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Engleman Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
72%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Engleman Elementary School's ranking?
Engleman Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Engleman Elementary School often compared to?
Engleman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shoemaker Elementary School, West Lawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Engleman Elementary School?
487 students attend Engleman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Engleman Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Engleman Elementary School?
Engleman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Engleman Elementary School offer ?
Engleman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Engleman Elementary School part of?
Engleman Elementary School is part of Grand Island Public Schools School District.
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