Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Seward 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 75-79% (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 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Seward Elementary School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seward Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seward Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#30 out of 902 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
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
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seward Elementary School's ranking?
Seward Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Seward Elementary School?
550 students attend Seward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Seward Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seward Elementary School?
Seward Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seward Elementary School offer ?
Seward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Seward Elementary School part of?
Seward Elementary School is part of Seward School District.
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