Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kahoa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kahoa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kahoa Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kahoa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kahoa Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#139 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Kahoa Elementary School's ranking?
Kahoa Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Kahoa Elementary School often compared to?
Kahoa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastridge Elementary School, Pyrtle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Kahoa Elementary School?
436 students attend Kahoa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kahoa Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kahoa Elementary School?
Kahoa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kahoa Elementary School offer ?
Kahoa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kahoa Elementary School part of?
Kahoa Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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