Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Yutan Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yutan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Yutan Elementary School's student population of 287 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Yutan 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 Yutan Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
3%
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
95%
62%

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
17%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yutan Elementary School's ranking?
Yutan Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Yutan Elementary School?
287 students attend Yutan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Yutan Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yutan Elementary School?
Yutan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Yutan Elementary School offer ?
Yutan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yutan Elementary School part of?
Yutan Elementary School is part of Yutan School District.
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