Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mary Lynch Elementary School ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 23% 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: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Lynch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Lynch Elementary School's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Mary Lynch 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 Mary Lynch Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#371 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Lynch Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Lynch Elementary School is ranked #371 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mary Lynch Elementary School?
219 students attend Mary Lynch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mary Lynch Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Lynch Elementary School?
Mary Lynch Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary Lynch Elementary School offer ?
Mary Lynch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Lynch Elementary School part of?
Mary Lynch Elementary School is part of Kimball School District.
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