South Central Nebraska Unified 5 School District
School District · Fairfield, Nebraska
Avg Rating
5.5
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,597
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Avg Rating
5.5
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,597
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
How this district compares
Nebraska rank
#205 of 242
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Nebraska avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,597
+$1,233 vs Nebraska median
District size
733 students
Larger than Nebraska median
About South Central Nebraska Unified 5
South Central Nebraska Unified 5 is a Fairfield, Nebraska school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 733 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1. The district invests $18,597 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.5/10, South Central Nebraska Unified 5 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Lawrence/nelson Elementary Sch, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, South Central Nebraska Unified 5 students show an average math proficiency of 50.1% and ELA proficiency of 45.7%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in South Central Nebraska Unified 5, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Central Nebraska Unified 5 with test data.
Schools in South Central Nebraska Unified 5
6 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Nebraska
- City
- Fairfield
- Total Enrollment
- 733
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Central Nebraska Unified 5?
South Central Nebraska Unified 5 has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Central Nebraska Unified 5?
The average composite rating for South Central Nebraska Unified 5 is 5.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Central Nebraska Unified 5?
South Central Nebraska Unified 5 spends $18,597 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Central Nebraska Unified 5?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Central Nebraska Unified 5 is 11.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Central Nebraska Unified 5?
Lawrence/nelson Elementary Sch is the highest-rated school in South Central Nebraska Unified 5 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in South Central Nebraska Unified 5?
Across schools in South Central Nebraska Unified 5 with test data, the average math proficiency is 50.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 45.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Central Nebraska Unified 5 compare to other districts in Nebraska?
South Central Nebraska Unified 5 has an average school rating of 5.5/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Nebraska by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 50.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 45.7%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Nebraska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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