Serving 75 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Minatare School ranks in the top 10% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Minatare 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
Community Size
School Overview
Lake Minatare School's student population of 75 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lake Minatare School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Minatare School is 0.10, 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
#65 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
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 Lake Minatare School's ranking?
Lake Minatare School is ranked #65 out of 901 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?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lake Minatare School?
75 students attend Lake Minatare School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lake Minatare School students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Minatare School?
Lake Minatare School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lake Minatare School offer ?
Lake Minatare School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Minatare School part of?
Lake Minatare School is part of Scottsbluff ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
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