Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcphee Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Mcphee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
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Mcphee Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Achieving academic and social growth with equitable outcomes by serving students and impacting the community
Mcphee Elementary School 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 Mcphee Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#828 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
19%
7%
White
26%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Mcphee Elementary School's ranking?
Mcphee Elementary School is ranked #828 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mcphee Elementary School?
275 students attend Mcphee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Mcphee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcphee Elementary School?
Mcphee Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mcphee Elementary School offer ?
Mcphee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcphee Elementary School part of?
Mcphee Elementary School is part of Lincoln Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Mcphee Elementary School located?
Mcphee Elementary School is located in the Near South neighborhood of Lincoln, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Near South.
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