Serving 126 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville's student population of 126 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Gordon-Rushville Public Schools is committed to developing well-rounded leaders and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville is 0.53, 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
#676 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville's ranking?
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville is ranked #676 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville?
126 students attend Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville?
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville offer ?
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville part of?
Gordon-rushville Ele-rushville is part of Gordon-Rushville School District.
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