Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadow Lane 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 54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadow Lane Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustang
School Rankings
Meadow Lane 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 Meadow Lane Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#650 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Meadow Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Meadow Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastridge Elementary School, Tara Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Meadow Lane Elementary School?
549 students attend Meadow Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Meadow Lane Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Lane Elementary School?
Meadow Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Meadow Lane Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Lane Elementary School part of?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadow Lane Elementary School located?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is located in the Meadowlane neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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