Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blair Deerfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 72%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 79%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blair Deerfield Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blair Deerfield Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥90%
72%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥90%
79%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Blair Deerfield Elementary School often compared to?
Blair Deerfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair South Preschool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 72% NE state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 79% NE state average).
How many students attend Blair Deerfield Elementary School?
388 students attend Blair Deerfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Blair Deerfield Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blair Deerfield Elementary School?
Blair Deerfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blair Deerfield Elementary School offer ?
Blair Deerfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blair Deerfield Elementary School part of?
Blair Deerfield Elementary School is part of Blair Community Schools School District.
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