Excellent
#41 of 966 schools in NE
Top 4% in state
Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School
Elementary School · LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE SCHOOL
502 WAKEFIELD ST PO BOX 8, Laurel, NE 68745
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Laurel
#1 of 2
public schools
Nebraska elementary schools
#37 of 530
In district
#1 of 3
LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE SCHOOL
School environment
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School
Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Laurel, NE, part of the LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE SCHOOL. The school serves approximately 154 students in grades Pre-K – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 95.9th percentile among NE schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 55% proficiency in math and 60% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,625, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 154 students, Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School — Students at Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School Compares
See how Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 57% (2019) to 57% (2022).
Location
502 WAKEFIELD ST PO BOX 8, Laurel, NE 68745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Allen), with a very similar rating. Another option is HARTINGTON-NEWCASTLE ELEM AT HARTINGTON (rated 8.0/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Hartington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Wayne), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Laurel, see our Laurel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Laurel | 0.0 mi | 8.7 |
| LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Coleridge | 7.7 mi | 5.9 |
| WAYNE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 13.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 13.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wayne | 13.8 mi | 7.7 |
| WAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wayne | 13.9 mi | 7.3 |
| WAYNE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 13.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allen | 12.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ALLEN HIGH SCHOOL Allen | 12.8 mi | 5.5 |
| HARTINGTON-NEWCASTLE ELEM AT HARTINGTON Hartington | 15.6 mi | 8.0 |
| HARTINGTON NEWCASTLE HIGH SCHOOL Hartington | 15.6 mi | 6.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington | 15.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CEDAR CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hartington | 15.7 mi | 6.7 |
| RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Randolph | 13.3 mi | 5.3 |
| WINSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winside | 17.7 mi | 3.2 |
| WINSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Winside | 17.7 mi | 5.9 |
| RANDOLPH HIGH SCHOOL Randolph | 13.9 mi | 7.2 |
| WAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wakefield | 16.2 mi | 4.0 |
| WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Wakefield | 16.2 mi | 6.1 |
| WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot | 22.2 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,625
Median Home Value
$188,500
Median Rent
$713/mo
Population
1,747
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
33.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School has a median household income of $68,625. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $188,500, with a median rent of $713/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EMERSON-HUBBARD ELEMENTARY SCH Emerson, NE | 8.7 |
| KENESAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kenesaw, NE | 8.7 |
| PONCA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ponca, NE | 8.7 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk, NE | 8.7 |
| CLARKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarkson, NE | 8.6 |
| CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton, NE | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School
What grades does Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School serve?
Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School?
Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School rank in NE?
Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School is ranked #41 out of 966 schools in NE.
What is Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School has 54.5% math proficiency and 59.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School a charter school?
No, Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laurel-concord-coleridge Elementary School?
39.6% of students at Laurel-concord-coleridge 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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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 154
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cedar County
- Phone
- (402) 256-3133
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LAUREL-CONCORD-COLERIDGE SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 396
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,793
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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