Stratford Elementary School serves 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10% in NE)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stratford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Stratford Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stratford Elementary School is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
85%
61%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Stratford Elementary School?
379 students attend Stratford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Stratford Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratford Elementary School?
Stratford Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stratford Elementary School offer ?
Stratford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stratford Elementary School part of?
Stratford Elementary School is part of Bennington School District.
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