Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reeder Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reeder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reeder Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reeder Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reeder Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#8 out of 902 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
87%
63%
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
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reeder Elementary School's ranking?
Reeder Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Reeder Elementary School often compared to?
Reeder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Reeder Elementary School?
542 students attend Reeder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Reeder Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reeder Elementary School?
Reeder Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Reeder Elementary School offer ?
Reeder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Reeder Elementary School part of?
Reeder Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
School Reviews
5 3/7/2011
The teachers are wonderful and really seem to care about the success of the students.
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