Serving 134 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Niobrara 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 73% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niobrara Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Niobrara Elementary School's student population of 134 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Niobrara 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 Niobrara Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#715 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
70%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
27%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niobrara Elementary School's ranking?
Niobrara Elementary School is ranked #715 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Niobrara Elementary School?
134 students attend Niobrara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Niobrara Elementary School students are American Indian, 27% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niobrara Elementary School?
Niobrara Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Niobrara Elementary School offer ?
Niobrara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Niobrara Elementary School part of?
Niobrara Elementary School is part of Niobrara School District.
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