Serving 160 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northeast Elementary At Lyons ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast Elementary At Lyons ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Northeast Elementary At Lyons's student population of 160 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northeast Elementary At Lyons 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 Northeast Elementary At Lyons is 0.27, 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
#289 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Northeast Elementary At Lyons's ranking?
Northeast Elementary At Lyons is ranked #289 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary At Lyons?
160 students attend Northeast Elementary At Lyons.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Northeast Elementary At Lyons students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary At Lyons?
Northeast Elementary At Lyons has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary At Lyons offer ?
Northeast Elementary At Lyons offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Northeast Elementary At Lyons part of?
Northeast Elementary At Lyons is part of Lyons-Decatur Northeast Schools School District.
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