Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna's student population of 149 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna 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 Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna is 0.06, 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
#546 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna's ranking?
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna is ranked #546 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna?
149 students attend Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna?
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna offer ?
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna part of?
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna is part of Anselmo-Merna School District.
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