Verdigre Elementary School

Summary:

Verdigre Elementary School is a small public school serving grades PK-6 in the rural town of Verdigre, Nebraska, with a student population of 81. Despite its size, the school consistently outperforms the state average in academic proficiency, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Verdigre Elementary School stands out for its strong academic performance, with 82% of 3rd graders, 62% of 4th graders, and 50% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state averages of 63%, 55%, and 56%, respectively. In Mathematics, an impressive 94% of 3rd graders were proficient or better, far exceeding the state average of 58%. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 8.2 and spends significantly more per student ($23,354) than the nearby Creighton Community Public Schools ($18,463) and Niobrara Public Schools ($51,049).

However, Verdigre Elementary School's student population is notably less diverse than the surrounding schools, with 90.12% of students identifying as White, compared to Isanti Elementary School, which has 89.44% Native American students, and Niobrara Elementary School, which has 60.94% Native American students. This homogeneity may present unique challenges and opportunities for the school in terms of addressing diversity and inclusion.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

201 South 3rd St
Verdigre, NE 68783

(402) 668-2275

District: Verdigre Public Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $23,354

Students who attend Verdigre Elementary School usually attend:

High:

Verdigre High School

Student/teacher ratio: 8.2

Number of students: 82

Racial breakdown:

White:

90.2%

American Indian:

6.1%

Hispanic:

2.4%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 46.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Verdigre Elementary School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 71.05. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (90.2%), American Indian (6.1%), Hispanic (2.4%). (See more...)

Compare Details 46.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Verdigre Elementary School is 8.2. (See more...)

Compare Verdigre Elementary School employs 9.9 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Verdigre Elementary School is $23,354.

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Rank History for Verdigre Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Verdigre Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NE State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	71.05	127^th	459	72.3%

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Rank History for White students at Verdigre Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NE State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	63.89	125^th	385	67.5%

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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 Verdigre Elementary School

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Year	White	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2021	69	1	10	1	81
2022	67	1	6	1	75
2023	73	1	6	1	81
2024	74	2	5	1	82

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 Verdigre Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2021	81	9.3	8.7	n/a
2022	75	9.6	7.7	36
2023	81	9.7	8.2	28.4
2024	82	9.9	8.2	46.3

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 Verdigre Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2021	81	9.3	8.7	n/a
2022	75	9.6	7.7	36
2023	81	9.7	8.2	28.4
2024	82	9.9	8.2	46.3

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 Verdigre Elementary School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2021	$2,141 (9.3%)	$18,034 (78.3%)	$23,021
2022	$1,394 (6.0%)	$18,701 (80.8%)	$23,156
2023	$1,418 (6.1%)	$18,704 (80.1%)	$23,354

Data source: Nebraska Department of Education

Schools Near Verdigre Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (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 (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Verdigre Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	201 South 3rd St	Verdigre	68783	Knox County	Verdigre Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(402) 668-2275	82	10	8.2	46.3%	74 (90.2%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (6.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.2%)								(n/a)	$23,354	$1,418	$18,704
Niobrara Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	247 N Hwy 12	Niobrara	68760	Knox County	Niobrara Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(402) 857-3323	139	10	14.0		40 (28.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.7%)	1 (0.7%)	96 (69.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.7%)								(n/a)	$28,895	$8,358	$16,658
Creighton Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-6	1609 Redick Ave	Creighton	68729	Knox County	Creighton Community Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(402) 358-5001	187	16	11.5	36.4%	165 (88.2%)	4 (2.1%)	7 (3.7%)	3 (1.6%)	6 (3.2%)	1 (0.5%)	1 (0.5%)	47.4	261^st of 428 public elementary schools	39.0%		48	249^th of 459 public elementary schools	45.8%	12	$18,463	$1,764	$13,444
Isanti Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	206 Frazier Ave East	Niobrara	68760	Knox County	Isanti Community School	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(402) 857-2741	134	15	9.0		9 (6.7%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (6.0%)	0 (0.0%)	116 (86.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.7%)								(n/a)	$51,049	$4,786	$44,075

Frequently Asked Questions about Verdigre Elementary School

What is the racial makeup of Verdigre Elementary School?

Students at Verdigre Elementary School are 90% White, 6% American Indian, 2% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races.

How many students attend Verdigre Elementary School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 82 students attended Verdigre Elementary School.

What district is Verdigre Elementary School in?

Verdigre Public Schools

What schools do graduates of Verdigre Elementary School attend?

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

High : Verdigre High School

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