Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh 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 is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh's student population of 162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
162 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh is 0.30, 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
#73 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
16%
22%

Black
1%
7%

White
82%
62%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh's ranking?
Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh is ranked #73 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh?
162 students attend Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh?
Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh offer ?
Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh part of?
Johnson Co Central El-tecumseh is part of Johnson Co Central School District.
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