Serving 49 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Loup County Elementary 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% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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-6
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loup County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Loup County Elementary School's student population of 49 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Loup County Elementary 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 Loup County Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#425 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
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
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loup County Elementary School's ranking?
Loup County Elementary School is ranked #425 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Loup County Elementary School?
49 students attend Loup County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Loup County Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loup County Elementary School?
Loup County Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loup County Elementary School offer ?
Loup County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Loup County Elementary School part of?
Loup County Elementary School is part of Loup County School District.
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