Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arnold 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 33% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arnold Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arnold Elementary School's student population of 739 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arnold Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arnold Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#688 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
9%
7%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arnold Elementary School's ranking?
Arnold Elementary School is ranked #688 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Arnold Elementary School often compared to?
Arnold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beattie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Arnold Elementary School?
739 students attend Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Arnold Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arnold Elementary School?
Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Arnold Elementary School part of?
Arnold Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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