Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zeman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zeman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Zeman Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zeman 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 Zeman Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#356 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
67%
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
27%
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 Zeman Elementary School's ranking?
Zeman Elementary School is ranked #356 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Zeman Elementary School?
360 students attend Zeman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Zeman Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zeman Elementary School?
Zeman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Zeman Elementary School offer ?
Zeman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zeman Elementary School part of?
Zeman Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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