Serving 13 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chalk Butte 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in NE)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chalk Butte School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chalk Butte School's student population of 13 students has grown by 116% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chalk Butte School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
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
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NE state average).
How many students attend Chalk Butte School?
13 students attend Chalk Butte School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Chalk Butte School students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chalk Butte School?
Chalk Butte School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chalk Butte School offer ?
Chalk Butte School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chalk Butte School part of?
Chalk Butte School is part of Sioux County Public Schools.
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