Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Starr 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Starr Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Starr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Starr Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#748 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
65%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
22%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
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 Starr Elementary School's ranking?
Starr Elementary School is ranked #748 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Starr Elementary School?
451 students attend Starr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Starr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Starr Elementary School?
Starr Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Starr Elementary School offer ?
Starr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Starr Elementary School part of?
Starr Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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