Serving 81 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hay Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hay Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hay Springs Elementary School's student population of 81 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hay Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hay Springs Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#217 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
79%
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
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hay Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Hay Springs Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Hay Springs Elementary School?
81 students attend Hay Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hay Springs Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hay Springs Elementary School?
Hay Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hay Springs Elementary School offer ?
Hay Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hay Springs Elementary School part of?
Hay Springs Elementary School is part of Hay Springs School District.
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