Serving 87 students in grades 1-5, Seedling Mile Elementary School 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 30-39% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seedling Mile Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Seedling Mile Elementary School's student population of 87 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day, A Success!
School Rankings
Seedling Mile Elementary School 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 Seedling Mile Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#749 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
23%
Black
13%
7%
White
47%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seedling Mile Elementary School's ranking?
Seedling Mile Elementary School is ranked #749 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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Seedling Mile Elementary School?
87 students attend Seedling Mile Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Seedling Mile Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seedling Mile Elementary School?
Seedling Mile Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seedling Mile Elementary School offer ?
Seedling Mile Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seedling Mile Elementary School part of?
Seedling Mile Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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