Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reeder Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reeder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reeder Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Reeder Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reeder Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#10 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
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
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Reeder Elementary School's ranking?
Reeder Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Reeder Elementary School often compared to?
Reeder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Reeder Elementary School?
533 students attend Reeder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Reeder Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reeder Elementary School?
Reeder Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Reeder Elementary School offer ?
Reeder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reeder Elementary School part of?
Reeder Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
School Reviews
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