Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ainsworth Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ainsworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ainsworth Elementary School's student population of 127 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ainsworth Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ainsworth Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ainsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Ainsworth Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ainsworth Elementary School?
127 students attend Ainsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ainsworth Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ainsworth Elementary School?
Ainsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ainsworth Elementary School offer ?
Ainsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Ainsworth Elementary School part of?
Ainsworth Elementary School is part of Ainsworth Community Schools School District.
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