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#105 of 143 private schools in NE

Christ Elementary School

Elementary School

4325 SUMNER ST, Lincoln, NE 68506

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#105 of 143

In Lincoln

#13 of 16

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About Christ Elementary School

Christ Elementary School is a private elementary school in Lincoln, NE. Christ Elementary School serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 143 private schools in NE.

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5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
NE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 162 students, Christ 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.

Christ 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

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How Christ Elementary School compares to 40 public schools serving similar grades in Lincoln, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.2:1

This School

13.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

162

This School

469

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%

Black 1.9% vs 0%

Christ Elementary School Lincoln Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Christ Elementary School (this school)	—	162	13.2:1	5.5
HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	387	13.3:1	7.5
RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	450	11.8:1	5.4
SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	372	14.3:1	8.2
CALVERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	336	14:1	4.4
ROUSSEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	558	13.9:1	8.0
EASTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	279	15.5:1	6.0
PRESCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	506	11:1	6.0
MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	364	14:1	7.3
ELLIOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	382	9.6:1	4.4
HARTLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	333	10.1:1	3.7
RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	276	12:1	4.0
MCPHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	275	9.5:1	5.0
MEADOW LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	549	13.1:1	4.8
BEATTIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	350	13.5:1	7.4
ZEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	379	13.5:1	6.1
SARATOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	225	10.2:1	3.6
EVERETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	413	10.6:1	4.5
PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	450	14.1:1	7.6
CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	419	10.7:1	3.9
BROWNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	335	12.9:1	4.6

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,176

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 13%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 162

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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)

White 92.6%

Hispanic 3.1%

Black 1.9%

Two or More 1.9%

Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4325 SUMNER ST, Lincoln, NE 68506

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christ Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROUSSEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lincoln, see our Lincoln schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
LEFLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	0.7 mi	611	5.0
HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	0.6 mi	387	7.5
RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	0.7 mi	450	5.4
LINCOLN SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln	0.9 mi	1,880	6.5
ST TERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.0 mi	243	7.4
INFANT TODDLER AT BRYAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.1 mi	8	—
ECSE - HOMEBASED Lincoln	1.2 mi	510	3.3
CATHEDRAL OF THE RISEN CHRIST SCHOOL Lincoln	1.2 mi	336	6.7
SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.0 mi	372	8.2
CALVERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.3 mi	336	4.4
COLLEGE VIEW ACADEMY Lincoln	1.3 mi	219	7.1
GEORGE STONE SDA ELEMENTARY Lincoln	1.4 mi	23	—
PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln	1.1 mi	1,087	5.4
ROUSSEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.5 mi	558	8.0
CULLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	1.8 mi	680	2.8
EASTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.6 mi	279	6.0
HARTLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.9 mi	333	3.7
POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	2.1 mi	719	6.7
RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	2.1 mi	276	4.0
ELLIOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	1.8 mi	382	4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,501

Median Home Value

$245,200

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Population

27,909

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

40.7

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SUPERIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Superior, NE	212	5.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christ Elementary School

What grades does Christ Elementary School serve?

Christ Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Christ Elementary School?

Christ Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Christ 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 Christ Elementary School rank in NE?

Christ Elementary School ranks #105 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is Christ Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christ Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christ Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Christ Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Christ Elementary School a religious school?

Christ Elementary School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 26 Some Transit
Bike Score: 77 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment: 162
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 168 days
Setting: Large City
County: Lancaster County
Phone: (402) 483-7774

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