Excellent
#33 of 967 schools in NE
Top 3% in state
David City Elementary School
Elementary School · DAVID CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
826 E ST, David City, NE 68632
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#33 of 967
In David City
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
DAVID CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About David City Elementary School
David City Elementary School is a public elementary school in David City, NE, part of DAVID CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. David City Elementary School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. David City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for David City Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
David City Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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David City Elementary School — Students at David City Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.0/10.
How David City Elementary School Compares
See how David City Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
826 E ST, David City, NE 68632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David City Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT (rated 9.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Dwight), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BRAINARD (rated 8.8/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Brainard), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BELLWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Bellwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in David City, see our David City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DAVID CITY SECONDARY SCHOOL David City | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| AQUINAS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL David City | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| AQUINAS MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL David City | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BRAINARD Brainard | 8.1 mi | 8.8 |
| HIGH SCHOOL AT BRAINARD Brainard | 8.1 mi | 7.6 |
| BELLWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellwood | 8.6 mi | 8.7 |
| SCHUYLER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Schuyler | 13.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SCHUYLER HEADSTART Schuyler | 13.5 mi | 3.2 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT Dwight | 13.0 mi | 9.4 |
| SCHUYLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Schuyler | 13.6 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTH WARD PREKINDERGARTEN Schuyler | 14.1 mi | 3.1 |
| DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Schuyler | 14.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schuyler | 14.7 mi | 5.3 |
| RICHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richland | 15.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 15.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY-FISHER'S Schuyler | 19.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Columbus | 16.4 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staplehurst | 19.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ST BONAVENTURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 16.9 mi | 6.4 |
| KRAMER EDUCATION CENTER Columbus | 17.3 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington, NE | 8.9 |
| BLUE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Hill, NE | 8.9 |
| BOONE CENTRAL ELEM-ALBION Albion, NE | 8.9 |
| CHASE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Imperial, NE | 8.9 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn, NE | 8.9 |
| HILLRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn, NE | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David City Elementary School
What grades does David City Elementary School serve?
David City Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend David City Elementary School?
David City Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David City Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at David City Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David City Elementary School rank in NE?
David City Elementary School ranks #33 of 967 schools in NE.
What is David City Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
David City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 David City Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David City Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is David City Elementary School a charter school?
No, David City Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David City Elementary School a Title I school?
No, David City Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David City Elementary School?
46.9% of students at David City Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (402) 367-3779
Resources & Links
District
DAVID CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 694
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,003
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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