Below Average
#753 of 967 schools in NE
Minatare Elementary School
Elementary School · MINATARE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
805 7TH ST PO BOX 425, Minatare, NE 69356
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#753 of 967
In Minatare
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
MINATARE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Minatare Elementary School
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About Minatare Elementary School
Minatare Elementary School is a public elementary school in Minatare, NE, part of MINATARE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Minatare Elementary School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Minatare Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #753 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Minatare Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Minatare 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.
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, Minatare Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Minatare 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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Minatare Elementary School — Students at Minatare Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
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: 4.3/10.
How Minatare Elementary School Compares
See how Minatare Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
805 7TH ST PO BOX 425, Minatare, NE 69356
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minatare Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Gering), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Scottsbluff), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minatare, see our Minatare schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MINATARE PRE-START PRE-SCHOOL Minatare | 0.0 mi | — |
| MINATARE HIGH SCHOOL Minatare | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LAKE MINATARE SCHOOL Minatare | 4.4 mi | 8.8 |
| HOME BASED Scottsbluff | 7.9 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff | 7.9 mi | — |
| WESTERN NEBRASK CHILD DEV CENTER (WNCDC) Scottsbluff | 8.3 mi | — |
| GERING MIDDLE SCHOOL Gering | 7.9 mi | 3.7 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 8.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 8.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 8.3 mi | 6.8 |
| GERING EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Gering | 8.3 mi | 3.0 |
| GERING HIGH SCHOOL Gering | 8.4 mi | 4.7 |
| GEIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 8.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 8.8 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTTSBLUFF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 8.9 mi | 5.0 |
| BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL Scottsbluff | 8.9 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Scottsbluff | 9.0 mi | 3.2 |
| NORTHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering | 8.8 mi | 5.1 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WESTERN NEBRASKA Scottsbluff | 9.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCH Scottsbluff | 9.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 69356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,647
Median Home Value
$180,400
Population
2,301
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
86.9%
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CODY-KILGORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kilgore, NE | 4.7 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staplehurst, NE | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Atkinson, NE | 4.7 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Plymouth, NE | 4.7 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holdrege, NE | 4.4 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Point, NE | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minatare Elementary School
What grades does Minatare Elementary School serve?
Minatare Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Minatare Elementary School?
Minatare Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minatare Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Minatare Elementary School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minatare Elementary School rank in NE?
Minatare Elementary School ranks #753 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Minatare Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Minatare Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Minatare Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Minatare Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Minatare Elementary School a charter school?
No, Minatare Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minatare Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Minatare Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Scotts Bluff County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (308) 783-1255
Resources & Links
District
MINATARE PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 141
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,250
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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