Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elementary School At Valparaiso ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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-5
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary School At Valparaiso ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elementary School At Valparaiso's student population of 149 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Elementary School At Valparaiso ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elementary School At Valparaiso 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
#86 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Raymond Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elementary School At Valparaiso's ranking?
Elementary School At Valparaiso is ranked #86 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elementary School At Valparaiso?
149 students attend Elementary School At Valparaiso.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elementary School At Valparaiso students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elementary School At Valparaiso?
Elementary School At Valparaiso has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elementary School At Valparaiso offer ?
Elementary School At Valparaiso offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary School At Valparaiso part of?
Elementary School At Valparaiso is part of Raymond Central School District.
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