Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rousseau Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rousseau 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
Rousseau Elementary School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rousseau Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rousseau Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#62 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
6%
7%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rousseau Elementary School's ranking?
Rousseau Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Rousseau Elementary School often compared to?
Rousseau Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sheridan Elementary School, Beattie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Rousseau Elementary School?
566 students attend Rousseau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rousseau Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rousseau Elementary School?
Rousseau Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rousseau Elementary School offer ?
Rousseau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rousseau Elementary School part of?
Rousseau Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Rousseau Elementary School located?
Rousseau Elementary School is located in the Bishop Park neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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