Serving 658 students in grades 5-6, Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6)'s student population of 658 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
55%
63%
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
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6)'s ranking?
Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) is ranked #801 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6)?
658 students attend Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6)?
Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) offer ?
Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) part of?
Johnson Crossing Academic Center (5-6) is part of Fremont School District.
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