Serving 447 students in grades 3-5, Crete Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crete Intermediate School's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Crete Intermediate School 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 Crete Intermediate School is 0.53, 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
#390 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
59%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
35%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Crete Intermediate School's ranking?
Crete Intermediate School is ranked #390 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Crete Intermediate School?
447 students attend Crete Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Crete Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crete Intermediate School?
Crete Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crete Intermediate School offer ?
Crete Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crete Intermediate School part of?
Crete Intermediate School is part of Crete School District.
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