Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shoemaker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 45% 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: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shoemaker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shoemaker Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shoemaker 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 Shoemaker Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#526 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
36%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoemaker Elementary School's ranking?
Shoemaker Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Shoemaker Elementary School often compared to?
Shoemaker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hollow School, Engleman Elementary School, West Lawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Shoemaker Elementary School?
433 students attend Shoemaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Shoemaker Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shoemaker Elementary School?
Shoemaker Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shoemaker Elementary School offer ?
Shoemaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shoemaker Elementary School part of?
Shoemaker Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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