Serving 113 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville's student population of 113 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville 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 Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#446 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville's ranking?
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville is ranked #446 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville?
113 students attend Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville?
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville offer ?
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville part of?
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville is part of Gordon-Rushville School District.
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