Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fredstrom Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fredstrom Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fredstrom Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fredstrom Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#243 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
70%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lincoln School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fredstrom Elementary School's ranking?
Fredstrom Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Fredstrom Elementary School?
443 students attend Fredstrom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Fredstrom Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fredstrom Elementary School?
Fredstrom Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fredstrom Elementary School offer ?
Fredstrom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fredstrom Elementary School part of?
Fredstrom Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Fredstrom Elementary School located?
Fredstrom Elementary School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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