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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (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 stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat 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 Calendar
School Motto
Be a Learner · Be a Leader · Be a Coyote
School Rankings
Anselmo-merna Elementary-merna 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 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
#472 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
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 #472 out of 901 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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 Public Schools.
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