Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Schuyler Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 58% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schuyler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Schuyler Elementary School's student population of 621 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Schuyler 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 Schuyler Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#478 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
89%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
7%
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
58%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schuyler Elementary School's ranking?
Schuyler Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Schuyler Elementary School?
621 students attend Schuyler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Schuyler Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schuyler Elementary School?
Schuyler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Schuyler Elementary School offer ?
Schuyler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Schuyler Elementary School part of?
Schuyler Elementary School is part of Schuyler Community Schools School District.
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