Serving 130 students in grades Prekindergarten, Blair South Preschool 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 33:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blair South Preschool's student population of 130 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blair South Preschool is 0.24, 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
33:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 South Preschool often compared to?
Blair South Preschoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Deerfield Elementary School 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 South Preschool?
130 students attend Blair South Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Blair South Preschool students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blair South Preschool?
Blair South Preschool has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blair South Preschool offer ?
Blair South Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Blair South Preschool part of?
Blair South Preschool is part of Blair Community Schools School District.
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