Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day, A Success!
School Rankings
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Skills Academy offer ?
Skills Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skills Academy part of?
Skills Academy is part of Grand Island School District.
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