Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arlington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(21-22)5%
21%
Black
(21-22)n/a
7%
White
(21-22)93%
64%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Arlington Elementary School?
345 students attend Arlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Arlington Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Elementary School?
Arlington Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlington Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Arlington Elementary School part of?
Arlington Elementary School is part of Arlington School District.
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