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#94 of 143 private schools in NE
Aquinas Catholic Elementary School
Elementary School
1026 5TH ST, David City, NE 68632
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#94 of 143
In David City
#2 of 2
public schools
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Aquinas Catholic Elementary School
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About Aquinas Catholic Elementary School
Aquinas Catholic Elementary School is a private elementary school in David City, NE. Aquinas Catholic Elementary School serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Aquinas Catholic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Aquinas Catholic Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Aquinas Catholic Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Aquinas Catholic Elementary School compares to the 2 public schools in David City, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in David City
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aquinas Catholic Elementary School (this school) | 5.8 |
| DAVID CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| DAVID CITY SECONDARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NE.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1026 5TH ST, David City, NE 68632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aquinas Catholic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT (rated 9.4/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Dwight), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAVID CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BRAINARD (rated 8.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Brainard), which scores notably higher. For more schools in David City, see our David City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DAVID CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL David City | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| DAVID CITY SECONDARY SCHOOL David City | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| AQUINAS MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL David City | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| BELLWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellwood | 8.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BRAINARD Brainard | 8.5 mi | 8.8 |
| HIGH SCHOOL AT BRAINARD Brainard | 8.5 mi | 7.6 |
| SCHUYLER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Schuyler | 13.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SCHUYLER HEADSTART Schuyler | 13.2 mi | 3.2 |
| SCHUYLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Schuyler | 13.3 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTH WARD PREKINDERGARTEN Schuyler | 13.8 mi | 3.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT Dwight | 13.4 mi | 9.4 |
| DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Schuyler | 14.2 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schuyler | 14.4 mi | 5.3 |
| RICHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richland | 15.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 15.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Columbus | 16.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY-FISHER'S Schuyler | 18.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ST BONAVENTURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 16.5 mi | 6.4 |
| KRAMER EDUCATION CENTER Columbus | 16.9 mi | — |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staplehurst | 19.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,375
Median Home Value
$177,400
Median Rent
$735/mo
Population
3,877
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
38.1
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|---|---|
| JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Fairbury, NE | 5.8 |
| MEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mead, NE | 5.8 |
| WAUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wausa, NE | 5.8 |
| ANSELMO-MERNA ELEMENTARY-MERNA Merna, NE | 5.7 |
| HEMINGFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hemingford, NE | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aquinas Catholic Elementary School
What grades does Aquinas Catholic Elementary School serve?
Aquinas Catholic Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Aquinas Catholic Elementary School?
Aquinas Catholic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aquinas Catholic Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Aquinas Catholic Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Aquinas Catholic Elementary School rank in NE?
Aquinas Catholic Elementary School ranks #94 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is Aquinas Catholic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Aquinas Catholic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Aquinas Catholic Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Aquinas Catholic Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Aquinas Catholic Elementary School a religious school?
Aquinas Catholic Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (402) 367-3669
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