Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lost Creek 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lost Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lost Creek Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lost Creek 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 Lost Creek Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#661 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
37%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Lost Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Lost Creek Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lost Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Lost Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lost Creek Elementary School?
313 students attend Lost Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lost Creek Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lost Creek Elementary School?
Lost Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lost Creek Elementary School offer ?
Lost Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lost Creek Elementary School part of?
Lost Creek Elementary School is part of Columbus School District.
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