Kearney Education Center serves 332 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kearney Education Center's student population of 332 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kearney Education Center is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
12:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
77%
61%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
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
How many students attend Kearney Education Center?
332 students attend Kearney Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kearney Education Center students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kearney Education Center?
Kearney Education Center has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kearney Education Center offer ?
Kearney Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kearney Education Center part of?
Kearney Education Center is part of Kearney School District.
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