Serving 191 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central Valley Elementary - Scotia 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Valley Elementary - Scotia ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Valley Elementary - Scotia's student population of 191 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Instilling Pride, Inspiring Others
School Rankings
Central Valley Elementary - Scotia 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 Central Valley Elementary - Scotia is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Valley Elementary - Scotia's ranking?
Central Valley Elementary - Scotia is ranked #500 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Central Valley Elementary - Scotia?
191 students attend Central Valley Elementary - Scotia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Valley Elementary - Scotia students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Valley Elementary - Scotia?
Central Valley Elementary - Scotia has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Valley Elementary - Scotia offer ?
Central Valley Elementary - Scotia offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Valley Elementary - Scotia part of?
Central Valley Elementary - Scotia is part of Central Valley School District.
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