Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northeast 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 60-64% (which is higher than 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 14:1 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northeast 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 Northeast Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#450 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kearney Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Elementary School's ranking?
Northeast Elementary School is ranked #450 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Northeast Elementary School often compared to?
Northeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Northeast Elementary School?
418 students attend Northeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Northeast Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary School offer ?
Northeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Elementary School part of?
Northeast Elementary School is part of Kearney Public Schools.
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