Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Summerland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summerland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summerland Elementary School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Summerland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summerland Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#326 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
90%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summerland Elementary School's ranking?
Summerland Elementary School is ranked #326 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Summerland Elementary School?
236 students attend Summerland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Summerland Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summerland Elementary School?
Summerland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Summerland Elementary School offer ?
Summerland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Summerland Elementary School part of?
Summerland Elementary School is part of Summerland School District.
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