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Shell Creek Elementary School

16786 280th St
Columbus, NE 68601
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shell Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 24% 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: 346 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 50% in NE
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Shell Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Shell Creek Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Shell Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shell Creek Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
This School
State Level (NE)
#278 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
70-74%
58%
50-54%
47%
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
76%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shell Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Shell Creek Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Shell Creek Elementary School?
346 students attend Shell Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Shell Creek Elementary School students are White, and 24% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shell Creek Elementary School?
Shell Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shell Creek Elementary School offer ?
Shell Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shell Creek Elementary School part of?
Shell Creek Elementary School is part of Lakeview Community Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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