Clearwater Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-79% (which was higher than the Nebraska state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-79% (which was higher than the Nebraska state average of 52%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students (19-20)
87 students

Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
11 teachers

School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1

American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(19-20)9%
19%

Black
(19-20)n/a
7%

White
(19-20)91%
66%

Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%

Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
28%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
16%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Nebraska Unified District 1 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average).
How many students attend Clearwater Elementary School?
87 students attend Clearwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Clearwater Elementary School students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Clearwater Elementary School offer ?
Clearwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Clearwater Elementary School part of?
Clearwater Elementary School is part of Nebraska Unified District 1 School District.
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