Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter's student population of 94 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter is 0.10, 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
#75 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter's ranking?
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter is ranked #75 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter?
94 students attend Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter?
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter offer ?
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter part of?
Exeter-milligan Elem-exeter is part of Exeter-Milligan School District.
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