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Very Good

#240 of 967 schools in NE

Top 25% in state

Longfellow Elementary School

Elementary School · SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2003 5TH AVE, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#240 of 967

In Scottsbluff

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Longfellow Elementary School

7.7/10

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

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About Longfellow Elementary School

Longfellow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Scottsbluff, NE, part of SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Longfellow Elementary School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,908
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

Longfellow Elementary School — Students at Longfellow Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (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
97.5%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
47%

* 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 Longfellow Elementary School Compares

See how Longfellow Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
75th percentile in NE
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

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

2003 5TH AVE, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Minatare), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Gering), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WESTMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Scottsbluff, see our Scottsbluff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.3 mi 6.7
BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.4 mi 4.9
EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff 0.4 mi 3.2
SCOTTSBLUFF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.5 mi 5.0
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff 0.6 mi 5.6
LINCOLN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCH Scottsbluff 0.6 mi 6.3
HOME BASED Scottsbluff 0.8 mi
EARLY LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff 0.8 mi
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WESTERN NEBRASKA Scottsbluff 0.9 mi 6.4
VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Scottsbluff 1.0 mi
WESTERN NEBRASK CHILD DEV CENTER (WNCDC) Scottsbluff 1.0 mi
WESTMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff 1.2 mi 6.8
MERIDIAN SCHOOL Scottsbluff 1.8 mi
NORTHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 2.2 mi 5.1
GERING HIGH SCHOOL Gering 2.5 mi 4.7
GERING MIDDLE SCHOOL Gering 2.8 mi 3.7
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 2.9 mi 6.8
GERING EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Gering 2.9 mi 3.0
GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering 3.7 mi 7.8
LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL Minatare 6.6 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 69361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,531

Median Home Value

$154,400

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

16,965

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

60.3%

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

38.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk, NE 7.7
KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney, NE 7.7
MEADOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 7.7
PLATTSMOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsmouth, NE 7.7
SAGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 7.7
GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering, NE 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow Elementary School

What grades does Longfellow Elementary School serve?

Longfellow Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?

Longfellow Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Elementary School rank in NE?

Longfellow Elementary School ranks #240 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Longfellow Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Longfellow Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Longfellow Elementary School a charter school?

No, Longfellow Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Longfellow Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Longfellow Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Elementary School?

51.3% of students at Longfellow 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

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Scotts Bluff County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

District

SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,445
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,908
District Rank
#2 of 8

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