Central Elementary School serves 143 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Minority enrollment was 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
4 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
143 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Central Elementary School students are White, and 22% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Cozad Community Schools.
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