Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wood River 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wood River Elementary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Wood River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood River Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#325 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
75%
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
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Wood River Elementary School's ranking?
Wood River Elementary School is ranked #325 out of 902 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wood River Elementary School?
220 students attend Wood River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wood River Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wood River Elementary School?
Wood River Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wood River Elementary School offer ?
Wood River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wood River Elementary School part of?
Wood River Elementary School is part of Wood River Rural Schools School District.
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