Very Good
#334 of 967 schools in NE
Top 34% in state
Mc Cook Elementary School
Elementary School · MC COOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
1500 W 3RD ST, Mc Cook, NE 69001
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#334 of 967
In Mc Cook
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
MC COOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Mc Cook Elementary School
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About Mc Cook Elementary School
Mc Cook Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mc Cook, NE, part of MC COOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Mc Cook Elementary School serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mc Cook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Mc Cook Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NE avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mc Cook Elementary School — Students at Mc Cook Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
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: 7.2/10.
How Mc Cook Elementary School Compares
See how Mc Cook 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
1500 W 3RD ST, Mc Cook, NE 69001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mc Cook Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAYES CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby Hayes Center), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HITCHCOCK CO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Culbertson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mc Cook, see our Mc Cook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MC COOK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mc Cook | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mc Cook | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| MC COOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mc Cook | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Mccook | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| HITCHCOCK CO ELEMENTARY Culbertson | 10.8 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY-INDIANOLA Indianola | 11.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTHWEST JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Bartley | 17.3 mi | 7.4 |
| HITCHCOCK CO JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Trenton | 20.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Oberlin Elem Oberlin | 27.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Decatur Community Jr/Sr High Oberlin | 27.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MEDICINE VALLEY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Curtis | 29.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MEDICINE VALLEY ELEMENTARY Curtis | 29.7 mi | 7.8 |
| MAYWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Maywood | 30.5 mi | 6.0 |
| MAYWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Maywood | 30.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge | 24.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CAMBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Cambridge | 24.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CAMBRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cambridge | 24.6 mi | 4.1 |
| HAYES CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hayes Center | 28.9 mi | 8.1 |
| HAYES CENTER SECONDARY SCHOOL Hayes Center | 29.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PALISADE ATTENDANCE CENTER Palisade | 27.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 69001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,089
Median Home Value
$147,300
Median Rent
$778/mo
Population
9,059
College Educated
27.9%
Homeownership
70.7%
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CONESTOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Murray, NE | 7.2 |
| TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion, NE | 7.2 |
| WHITETAIL CREEK ELEMENTARY Gretna, NE | 7.2 |
| KLOEFKORN ELEMENTARY Lincoln, NE | 7.3 |
| MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 7.3 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mc Cook Elementary School
What grades does Mc Cook Elementary School serve?
Mc Cook Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Mc Cook Elementary School?
Mc Cook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mc Cook Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mc Cook Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mc Cook Elementary School rank in NE?
Mc Cook Elementary School ranks #334 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Mc Cook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mc Cook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Mc Cook Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mc Cook Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mc Cook Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mc Cook Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mc Cook Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mc Cook Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mc Cook Elementary School?
48.2% of students at Mc Cook 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Red Willow County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.8%
- Phone
- (308) 345-5681
Resources & Links
District
MC COOK PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 1,386
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,820
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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