Serving 63 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arthur County Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arthur County Elementary School's student population of 63 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arthur County Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur County Elementary School is 0.11, which is less 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
#203 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur County Elementary School's ranking?
Arthur County Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 902 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Arthur County Elementary School?
63 students attend Arthur County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Arthur County Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arthur County Elementary School?
Arthur County Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arthur County Elementary School offer ?
Arthur County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Arthur County Elementary School part of?
Arthur County Elementary School is part of Arthur County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2018
Amazing school. Great teachers. Back to basic teaching and not all high tech stuff. Kids love Arthur county.
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