Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elmwood-murdock Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood-murdock Elementary 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
School Overview
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmwood-murdock Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#21 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
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
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Elmwood-murdock Elementary School's ranking?
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elmwood-murdock Elementary School?
336 students attend Elmwood-murdock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Elmwood-murdock Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood-murdock Elementary School?
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elmwood-murdock Elementary School offer ?
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmwood-murdock Elementary School part of?
Elmwood-murdock Elementary School is part of Elmwood-Murdock School District.
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