Serving 164 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sutherland 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 75-79% (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 15:1 is higher 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: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sutherland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sutherland Elementary School's student population of 164 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Sutherland 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 Sutherland 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
#231 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
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
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutherland Elementary School's ranking?
Sutherland Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Sutherland Elementary School often compared to?
Sutherland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Madison Middle School, Maxwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Sutherland Elementary School?
164 students attend Sutherland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sutherland Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutherland Elementary School?
Sutherland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sutherland Elementary School offer ?
Sutherland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sutherland Elementary School part of?
Sutherland Elementary School is part of Sutherland School District.
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