Serving 84 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wheeler Central Elementary #45 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 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 (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler Central Elementary #45 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheeler Central Elementary #45's student population of 84 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Wheeler Central Elementary #45 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 Wheeler Central Elementary #45 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
#765 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
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
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wheeler Central Elementary #45's ranking?
Wheeler Central Elementary #45 is ranked #765 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wheeler Central Elementary #45?
84 students attend Wheeler Central Elementary #45.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wheeler Central Elementary #45 students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeler Central Elementary #45?
Wheeler Central Elementary #45 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wheeler Central Elementary #45 offer ?
Wheeler Central Elementary #45 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler Central Elementary #45 part of?
Wheeler Central Elementary #45 is part of Wheeler Central Schools.
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