Serving 16 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Simeon 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simeon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Simeon School's student population of 16 students has grown by 300% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Simeon 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 Simeon School is 0.00, 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
#549 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simeon School's ranking?
Simeon School is ranked #549 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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Simeon School?
16 students attend Simeon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Simeon School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simeon School?
Simeon School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Simeon School offer ?
Simeon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simeon School part of?
Simeon School is part of Valentine Community Schools School District.
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