Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Leonard Lawrence Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonard Lawrence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leonard Lawrence Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Leonard Lawrence Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonard Lawrence Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#482 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Leonard Lawrence Elementary School's ranking?
Leonard Lawrence Elementary School is ranked #482 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Leonard Lawrence Elementary School often compared to?
Leonard Lawrence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue Elementary School, Anderson Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Leonard Lawrence Elementary School?
362 students attend Leonard Lawrence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Leonard Lawrence Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leonard Lawrence Elementary School?
Leonard Lawrence Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leonard Lawrence Elementary School offer ?
Leonard Lawrence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leonard Lawrence Elementary School part of?
Leonard Lawrence Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
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