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Very Good

#346 of 967 schools in NE

Top 36% in state

Blair Arbor Park Elementary

Elementary School · BLAIR COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

1717 ADAMS ST PO BOX 288, Blair, NE 68008

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#346 of 967

In Blair

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

BLAIR COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Blair Arbor Park Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary School in Blair · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.2/10

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6.0/10

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About Blair Arbor Park Elementary

Blair Arbor Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Blair, NE, part of BLAIR COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Blair Arbor Park Elementary serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Blair Arbor Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #346 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Blair Arbor Park Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.1
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,791
Chronic Absenteeism6%

Blair Arbor Park Elementary — Students at Blair Arbor Park Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
58%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Blair Arbor Park Elementary Compares

See how Blair Arbor Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in NE
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1717 ADAMS ST PO BOX 288, Blair, NE 68008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blair Arbor Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLAIR DEERFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Bennington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Bennington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blair, see our Blair schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BLAIR DEERFIELD ELEMENTARY Blair 0.6 mi 9.2
BLAIR SOUTH PRESCHOOL Blair 0.9 mi 6.0
BLAIR HIGH SCHOOL Blair 0.7 mi 6.3
GERALD OTTE BLAIR MIDDLE SCH Blair 1.0 mi 7.2
FORT CALHOUN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Calhoun 8.3 mi 7.4
FORT CALHOUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Calhoun 8.9 mi 6.2
BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington 12.9 mi 8.9
BENNINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Bennington 13.0 mi 7.1
BENNINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bennington 13.1 mi 8.8
West Harrison Elementary Mondamin 12.5 mi 6.5
West Harrison Middle School/High School Mondamin 12.5 mi 8.2
HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Bennington 14.0 mi 4.7
BENNINGTON SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Bennington 14.1 mi 5.8
STRATFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington 14.5 mi 4.9
ALFONZA W DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 15.1 mi 2.3
PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY Bennington 15.4 mi 8.6
WESTVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Bennington 15.7 mi
ANCHOR POINTE ELEMENTARY Bennington 15.8 mi 8.2
LEGACY PRIMARY SCHOOL Omaha 16.0 mi 5.3
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington 12.2 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,905

Median Home Value

$254,900

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

12,906

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

82.3%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

41.5

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School Rating
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LEMAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue, NE 7.0
O'NEILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL O'Neill, NE 7.0
REAGAN ELEMENTARY Omaha, NE 7.0
CONESTOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Murray, NE 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blair Arbor Park Elementary

What grades does Blair Arbor Park Elementary serve?

Blair Arbor Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Blair Arbor Park Elementary?

Blair Arbor Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blair Arbor Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Blair Arbor Park Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blair Arbor Park Elementary rank in NE?

Blair Arbor Park Elementary ranks #346 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Blair Arbor Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Blair Arbor Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Blair Arbor Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blair Arbor Park Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Blair Arbor Park Elementary a charter school?

No, Blair Arbor Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blair Arbor Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Blair Arbor Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blair Arbor Park Elementary?

30.7% of students at Blair Arbor Park Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

District

BLAIR COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
2,212
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,791
District Rank
#3 of 5

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