Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alma Elementary At Alma ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (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 10:1 is lower 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-6
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alma Elementary At Alma ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alma Elementary At Alma's student population of 199 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
ALMA: Providing quality educational opportunities to Adapt, Learn, Motivate, & Achieve
School Rankings
Alma Elementary At Alma 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 Alma Elementary At Alma is 0.15, 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
#294 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Alma Elementary At Alma's ranking?
Alma Elementary At Alma is ranked #294 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Alma Elementary At Alma?
199 students attend Alma Elementary At Alma.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Alma Elementary At Alma students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alma Elementary At Alma?
Alma Elementary At Alma has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alma Elementary At Alma offer ?
Alma Elementary At Alma offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alma Elementary At Alma part of?
Alma Elementary At Alma is part of Alma School District.
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