Elwood Elementary School

Summary:

Elwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Elwood, Nebraska, serving 130 students in grades PK-7. The school is part of the Eustis-Farnam Public Schools district, which is ranked 198 out of 212 districts in the state and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Elwood Elementary School stands out for its predominantly white student population (94.62%), which is significantly higher than the more diverse student bodies of nearby schools like Bryan Elementary (75.46% Hispanic) and Pershing Elementary (68.77% Hispanic). Academically, the school's performance on NSCAS tests is generally below the state average, with 3rd-grade math scores at 41% proficient or better, compared to the state average of 58%. Elwood Elementary's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 182 out of 459 Nebraska elementary schools in 2016-2017 to 366 out of 459 in the current 2022-2023 school year, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Despite these academic challenges, Elwood Elementary School has some unique strengths. The school has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (27.69%) compared to nearby schools like Sandoz Elementary (83.11%) and Morton Elementary (82.5%), suggesting a more affluent student population. Additionally, Elwood Elementary has a higher per-student spending of $19,127 and a lower student-teacher ratio of 11.6, which could contribute to more individualized attention and support for students.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

502 First Ave
Elwood, NE 68937-0107

(308) 785-2491

District: Elwood Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
366^th of 459 Nebraska Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $19,127

Students who attend Elwood Elementary School usually attend:

High:

Elwood High School

Student/teacher ratio: 11.6

Number of students: 130

Racial breakdown:

White:

94.6%

Hispanic:

3.1%

Two or more races:

1.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 27.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Elwood Elementary School ranks worse than 79.7% of elementary schools in Nebraska. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 26.53. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94.6%), Hispanic (3.1%), two or more races (1.5%). (See more...)

Compare Details 27.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Elwood Elementary School is 11.6. (See more...)

Compare Elwood Elementary School employs 11.1 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Elwood Elementary School is $19,127.

Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Elwood Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Elwood Elementary School 366^th of 459 Nebraska public elementary schools. (See Elwood Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

White students:

Elwood Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Elwood Public Schools 198^th of 212 Nebraska school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Elwood Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Elwood Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NE State Percentile
2006	63.72	151^st	418	63.9%
2007	53.01	243^rd	430	43.5%
2008	66.74	126^th	478	73.6%
2009	68.50	98^th	471	79.2%
2010	43.95	347^th	502	30.9%
2011	31.30	372^nd	473	21.4%
2012	35.14	349^th	480	27.3%
2013	30.86	376^th	485	22.5%
2014	49.18	267^th	483	44.7%
2015	47.30	269^th	488	44.9%
2016	58.28	193^rd	480	59.8%
2017	60.36	182^nd	459	60.3%
2018	41.76	281^st	450	37.6%
2022	48.98	239^th	457	47.7%
2023	26.53	366^th	459	20.3%

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Rank History for White students at Elwood Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NE State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	35.12	264^th	388	32.0%
2023	15.60	358^th	385	7.0%

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Data source: test scores: Nebraska Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Nebraska Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Elwood Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1988	91	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	91
1989	82	0	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	83
1990	81	0	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	82
1991	91	0	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	92
1992	96	0	0	3	0	n/a	n/a	0	99
1993	91	0	0	6	3	n/a	n/a	0	100
1994	85	0	0	10	0	n/a	n/a	0	95
1995	94	0	0	7	0	n/a	n/a	0	101
1996	94	0	0	7	0	n/a	n/a	0	101
1997	104	0	2	10	0	n/a	n/a	0	116
1998	122	0	1	17	0	n/a	n/a	0	140
1999	110	0	0	5	0	n/a	n/a	5	120
2000	104	0	1	12	2	n/a	n/a	0	119
2001	113	0	0	12	1	n/a	n/a	0	126
2002	124	2	0	5	0	n/a	n/a	0	131
2003	124	2	0	5	0	n/a	n/a	0	131
2004	130	1	0	6	0	n/a	n/a	0	137
2005	123	1	0	7	2	n/a	n/a	0	133
2006	109	5	0	5	4	n/a	n/a	0	123
2007	112	1	0	8	6	n/a	n/a	0	127
2008	117	0	2	6	4	n/a	n/a	0	129
2009	119	1	1	4	3	n/a	n/a	0	128
2010	126	2	1	9	2	n/a	n/a	0	140
2011	117	3	1	13	1	0	0	0	135
2012	115	3	1	17	1	0	0	0	137
2013	108	3	0	17	2	0	0	0	130
2014	115	2	0	14	2	0	0	0	133
2015	101	4	0	15	1	0	0	0	121
2016	103	1	0	10	1	0	0	0	115
2017	109	1	0	11	1	0	0	0	122
2018	108	1	0	5	1	0	1	0	116
2019	96	2	0	5	0	0	1	0	104
2020	101	1	0	5	1	0	1	0	109
2021	111	1	0	4	0	0	1	0	117
2022	118	1	1	3	1	0	1	0	125
2023	123	1	0	4	0	0	2	0	130

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Elwood Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	91	9.0	10.1	8.8
1989	83	9.1	9.1	10.8
1990	82	9.0	9.1	12.2
1991	92	8.9	10.3	9.8
1992	99	8.5	11.6	11.1
1993	100	9.2	10.9	13
1994	95	9.2	10.3	10.5
1995	101	9.5	10.6	13.9
1996	101	9.5	10.6	13.9
1997	116	10.0	11.6	11.2
1998	140	10.2	13.7	17.9
1999	120	10.2	11.8	33
2000	119	10.2	11.7	37.8
2001	126	11.2	11.3	44.4
2002	131	10.5	12.5	43.5
2003	131	10.5	12.5	43.5
2004	137	10.5	13.0	46
2005	133	10.5	12.7	43.6
2006	123	10.5	11.7	40.7
2007	127	11.1	11.4	42.5
2008	129	9.4	13.7	31
2009	128	9.4	13.6	28.9
2010	140	10.5	13.2	39.3
2011	135	10.5	12.7	42.2
2012	137	11.5	11.8	56.9
2013	130	11.6	11.1	61.5
2014	133	11.6	11.4	45.9
2015	121	12.0	10.0	47.1
2016	115	11.0	10.4	48.7
2017	122	12.0	10.1	54.1
2018	116	11.0	10.4	54.3
2019	104	11.1	9.3	51
2020	109	11.6	9.3	50.5
2021	117	11.3	10.3	34.2
2022	125	11.3	11.0	24.8
2023	130	11.1	11.6	27.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Elwood Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	91	9.0	10.1	8.8
1989	83	9.1	9.1	10.8
1990	82	9.0	9.1	12.2
1991	92	8.9	10.3	9.8
1992	99	8.5	11.6	11.1
1993	100	9.2	10.9	13
1994	95	9.2	10.3	10.5
1995	101	9.5	10.6	13.9
1996	101	9.5	10.6	13.9
1997	116	10.0	11.6	11.2
1998	140	10.2	13.7	17.9
1999	120	10.2	11.8	33
2000	119	10.2	11.7	37.8
2001	126	11.2	11.3	44.4
2002	131	10.5	12.5	43.5
2003	131	10.5	12.5	43.5
2004	137	10.5	13.0	46
2005	133	10.5	12.7	43.6
2006	123	10.5	11.7	40.7
2007	127	11.1	11.4	42.5
2008	129	9.4	13.7	31
2009	128	9.4	13.6	28.9
2010	140	10.5	13.2	39.3
2011	135	10.5	12.7	42.2
2012	137	11.5	11.8	56.9
2013	130	11.6	11.1	61.5
2014	133	11.6	11.4	45.9
2015	121	12.0	10.0	47.1
2016	115	11.0	10.4	48.7
2017	122	12.0	10.1	54.1
2018	116	11.0	10.4	54.3
2019	104	11.1	9.3	51
2020	109	11.6	9.3	50.5
2021	117	11.3	10.3	34.2
2022	125	11.3	11.0	24.8
2023	130	11.1	11.6	27.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Elwood Elementary School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$786 (4.1%)	$15,730 (81.7%)	$19,265
2020	$1,031 (6.0%)	$13,151 (77.0%)	$17,071
2021	$1,378 (7.4%)	$14,476 (77.4%)	$18,706
2022	$1,641 (8.4%)	$14,957 (76.4%)	$19,566
2023	$770 (4.0%)	$15,517 (81.1%)	$19,127

Data source: Nebraska Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Elwood Elementary School

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Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Elwood Elementary School)	62	63	1%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Elwood Public Schools)	62	63	1%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Nebraska)	56	63	7%
6th Grade Mathematics (Elwood Elementary School)	50	62	12%
6th Grade Mathematics (Elwood Public Schools)	50	62	12%
6th Grade Mathematics (Nebraska)	55	45	10%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	104	130	25%
African American	2	1	50%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	5	4	20%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	96	123	28.1%
Two or More Races	1	2	100%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	51%	27.7%	23.3%

Schools Near Elwood Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2023)				Ranking (2022)				NSCAS English Language Arts (2023)				NSCAS Mathematics (2023)				NSCAS Science (2023)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	SchoolDigger Rating (2023)	Average Standard Score (2022)	Statewide Rank (2022)	State Percentile (2022)	Rank Change from Previous Year	NSCAS English Language Arts 3rd Grade	NSCAS English Language Arts 4th Grade	NSCAS English Language Arts 5th Grade	NSCAS English Language Arts 6th Grade	NSCAS Mathematics 3rd Grade	NSCAS Mathematics 4th Grade	NSCAS Mathematics 5th Grade	NSCAS Mathematics 6th Grade	NSCAS Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Elwood Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	502 First Ave	Elwood	68937	Gosper County	Elwood Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(308) 785-2491	130	11	11.6	27.7%	123 (94.6%)	1 (0.8%)	4 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.5%)	26.5	366^th of 459 public elementary schools	20.3%		49	239^th of 457 public elementary schools	47.7%	127	63.0			57.0	41.0	40.0	37.0		58.0	$19,127	$770	$15,517
Elementary School At Eustis	Public	PK, KG-6	504 N Ingalls St	Eustis	69028	Frontier County	Eustis-Farnam Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(308) 486-3991	87	11	8.0	16.1%	83 (95.4%)	2 (2.3%)	1 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	46.6	262^nd of 459 public elementary schools	42.9%		32.6	326^th of 457 public elementary schools	28.7%	64		50.0			55.0	58.0		64.0		$22,075	$656	$19,482
Bertrand Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	503 School St	Bertrand	68927	Phelps County	Bertrand Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(308) 472-3427	122	12	10.4	36.9%	103 (84.4%)	1 (0.8%)	17 (13.9%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	43.5	280^th of 459 public elementary schools	39.0%		46.2	254^th of 457 public elementary schools	44.4%	26	61.0	55.0	57.0	50.0	50.0			60.0		$21,451	$1,169	$17,195
Morton Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-1	505 S Lincoln	Lexington	68850	Dawson County	Lexington Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(308) 324-3764	360	25	14.3	82.5%	25 (6.9%)	69 (19.2%)	262 (72.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	2 (0.6%)	1 (0.3%)								(n/a)										$16,153	$1,495	$13,298
Bryan Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1003 N Harrison	Lexington	68850	Dawson County	Lexington Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(308) 324-3762	383	24	15.8	54.3%	89 (23.2%)	0 (0.0%)	289 (75.5%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	3 (0.8%)	51.2	233^rd of 459 public elementary schools	49.2%		52.4	226^th of 457 public elementary schools	50.5%	7	59.0	55.0	54.0		39.0	66.0	76.0		84.0	$13,092	$1,393	$10,351
Sandoz Elementary School	Public	2-3	1711 N Erie	Lexington	68850	Dawson County	Lexington Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(308) 324-5540	296	24	12.2	83.1%	23 (7.8%)	53 (17.9%)	215 (72.6%)	2 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	2 (0.7%)								(n/a)	37.0				32.0					$15,514	$1,675	$12,490
Pershing Elementary School	Public	4-5	1104 N Tyler	Lexington	68850	Dawson County	Lexington Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(308) 324-3765	317	24	13.1	80.8%	35 (11.0%)	54 (17.0%)	218 (68.8%)	1 (0.3%)	4 (1.3%)	3 (0.9%)	2 (0.6%)	6.2	434^th of 459 public elementary schools	5.4%		8.6	425^th of 457 public elementary schools	7.0%	9		25.0	29.0			30.0	37.0		50.0	$15,025	$1,837	$11,746
Arapahoe Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	610 Walnut	Arapahoe	68922	Furnas County	Arapahoe Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(308) 962-5459	184	12	15.9	58.2%	160 (87.0%)	3 (1.6%)	18 (9.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.6%)	49.6	241^st of 459 public elementary schools	47.5%		26.8	355^th of 457 public elementary schools	22.3%	114	69.0	60.0	63.0	54.0	50.0	45.0	58.0	71.0	75.0	$17,464	$1,234	$14,428

Frequently Asked Questions about Elwood Elementary School

What schools do graduates of Elwood Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Elwood Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Elwood High School

Is Elwood Elementary School a good school?

Elwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 20.3% of Nebraska elementary schools.

What is the racial makeup of Elwood Elementary School?

Students at Elwood Elementary School are 95% White, 3% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races.

How many students attend Elwood Elementary School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 130 students attended Elwood Elementary School.

What district is Elwood Elementary School in?

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