Serving 73 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Leyton Elementary/junior High School 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leyton Elementary/junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Leyton Elementary/junior High School's student population of 73 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leyton Elementary/junior High 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 Leyton Elementary/junior High School is 0.22, 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
#301 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leyton Elementary/junior High School's ranking?
Leyton Elementary/junior High School is ranked #301 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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Leyton Elementary/junior High School?
73 students attend Leyton Elementary/junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Leyton Elementary/junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leyton Elementary/junior High School?
Leyton Elementary/junior High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leyton Elementary/junior High School offer ?
Leyton Elementary/junior High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Leyton Elementary/junior High School part of?
Leyton Elementary/junior High School is part of Leyton School District.
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