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#465 of 967 schools in NE
Top 48% in state
Litchfield Elementary School
Elementary School · LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
500 N MAIN PO BOX 167, Litchfield, NE 68852
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#465 of 967
In Litchfield
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Litchfield Elementary School
Litchfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Litchfield, NE, part of LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Litchfield Elementary School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Litchfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Litchfield Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Litchfield 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.
Test scores at Litchfield Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Litchfield Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Litchfield Elementary School — Students at Litchfield Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
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: 7.1/10.
How Litchfield Elementary School Compares
See how Litchfield 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
500 N MAIN PO BOX 167, Litchfield, NE 68852
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Litchfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAVENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Ravenna), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 30.3 miles away, in nearby Kearney), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMHERST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Litchfield, see our Litchfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITCHFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Litchfield | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PLEASANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pleasanton | 13.6 mi | 4.4 |
| PLEASANTON HIGH SCHOOL Pleasanton | 13.6 mi | 4.3 |
| LOUP CITY HIGH SCHOOL Loup City | 12.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LOUP CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Loup City | 12.9 mi | 4.3 |
| ANSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ansley | 14.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ANSLEY HIGH SCHOOL Ansley | 14.7 mi | 6.3 |
| RAVENNA SENIOR HIGH Ravenna | 15.0 mi | 7.3 |
| RAVENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ravenna | 15.0 mi | 9.2 |
| ARCADIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Arcadia | 18.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL Arcadia | 18.4 mi | 8.4 |
| AMHERST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst | 23.0 mi | 7.9 |
| AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL Amherst | 23.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT SUMNER Sumner | 23.4 mi | 7.2 |
| JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH AT SUMNER Sumner | 23.4 mi | 6.0 |
| GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 28.3 mi | 7.4 |
| BUFFALO HILLS ELEMENTARY Kearney | 29.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 30.3 mi | 8.3 |
| WINDY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 30.7 mi | 7.9 |
| SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL Kearney | 30.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68852 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,929
Median Home Value
$147,500
Median Rent
$656/mo
Population
588
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
78.6%
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
47.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton, NE | 6.5 |
| CALLAWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Callaway, NE | 6.6 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WESTERN NEBRASKA Scottsbluff, NE | 6.4 |
| EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington, NE | 6.4 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Platte, NE | 6.4 |
| EMERSON-HUBBARD ELEMENTARY SCH Emerson, NE | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Litchfield Elementary School
What grades does Litchfield Elementary School serve?
Litchfield Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Litchfield Elementary School?
Litchfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Litchfield Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Litchfield Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Litchfield Elementary School rank in NE?
Litchfield Elementary School ranks #465 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Litchfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Litchfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Litchfield Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Litchfield Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Litchfield Elementary School a charter school?
No, Litchfield Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Litchfield Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Litchfield Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Litchfield Elementary School?
54.7% of students at Litchfield 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
- 75
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Sherman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.3%
- Phone
- (308) 446-2244
Resources & Links
District
LITCHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 119
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,913
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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