Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Engleman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Engleman Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Engleman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Engleman Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#330 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
23%
22%

Black
3%
7%

White
70%
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
29%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Engleman Elementary School's ranking?
Engleman Elementary School is ranked #330 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Engleman Elementary School often compared to?
Engleman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lawn Elementary School, Shoemaker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Engleman Elementary School?
481 students attend Engleman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Engleman Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Engleman Elementary School?
Engleman Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Engleman Elementary School offer ?
Engleman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Engleman Elementary School part of?
Engleman Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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