Serving 52 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Minatare Elementary School 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minatare Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Minatare Elementary School's student population of 52 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minatare Elementary School 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 Minatare Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#852 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
58%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
34%
62%
Hawaiian
2%
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
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Minatare Elementary School's ranking?
Minatare Elementary School is ranked #852 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Minatare Elementary School?
52 students attend Minatare Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Minatare Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minatare Elementary School?
Minatare Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Minatare Elementary School offer ?
Minatare Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Minatare Elementary School part of?
Minatare Elementary School is part of Minatare School District.
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