Serving 135 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Morrill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morrill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Morrill Elementary School's student population of 135 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morrill 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 Morrill Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#546 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Morrill Elementary School's ranking?
Morrill Elementary School is ranked #546 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Morrill Elementary School often compared to?
Morrill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northfield Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Morrill Elementary School?
135 students attend Morrill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Morrill Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morrill Elementary School?
Morrill Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morrill Elementary School offer ?
Morrill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Morrill Elementary School part of?
Morrill Elementary School is part of Morrill School District.
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