Serving 36 students in grades Prekindergarten, Osgood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osgood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Osgood Elementary School's student population of 36 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Osgood Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
78%
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
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average).
How many students attend Osgood Elementary School?
36 students attend Osgood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Osgood Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osgood Elementary School?
Osgood Elementary School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Osgood Elementary School offer ?
Osgood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Osgood Elementary School part of?
Osgood Elementary School is part of North Platte School District.
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