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#410 of 967 schools in NE

Top 42% in state

Seymour Elementary School

Elementary School · RALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

4900 S 79TH ST, Ralston, NE 68127

Enrollment

291

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#410 of 967

In Ralston

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

RALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Seymour Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Ralston · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Seymour Elementary School

Seymour Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ralston, NE, part of RALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Seymour Elementary School serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Seymour Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Seymour Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,228
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Seymour Elementary School — Students at Seymour Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (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
92%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
42%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Seymour Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in NE
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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

4900 S 79TH ST, Ralston, NE 68127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seymour Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEADOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST GERALD SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Omaha), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ralston, see our Ralston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST GERALD SCHOOL Ralston 0.2 mi 6.9
RALSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ralston 0.2 mi 3.2
WILDEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ralston 1.1 mi 3.2
RALSTON HIGH SCHOOL Ralston 0.9 mi 4.2
MOCKINGBIRD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 2.6
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 4.2
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 6.8
MEADOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.3 mi 7.7
LA VISTA WEST ELEMENTARY SCH La Vista 1.6 mi 4.1
PADDOCK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.5 mi 5.5
WESTSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.9 mi 5.7
KAREN WESTERN ELEMENTARY SCH Omaha 1.5 mi 3.5
G STANLEY HALL ELEMENTARY SCH La Vista 2.0 mi 3.9
PARKVIEW HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL La Vista 2.0 mi 5.4
ESU 3 HEAD START - PARKVIEW HEIGHTS Lavista 2.0 mi
LA VISTA MIDDLE SCHOOL La Vista 2.2 mi 5.7
HICKORY HILL ELEMENTARY SCH Papillion 2.4 mi 4.8
PAPILLION LA VISTA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (PLECC) Papillion 2.5 mi 3.8
ESU 3 PAPILLION LAVISTA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Papillion 2.5 mi
BLUMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.9 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,331

Median Home Value

$230,500

Median Rent

$1,040/mo

Population

20,588

College Educated

34.7%

Homeownership

46.2%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairbury, NE 6.8
COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 6.8
ELEMENTARY AT BENNET Bennet, NE 6.8
HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 6.8
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gering, NE 6.8
NORFOLK CATHOLIC ELEM. Norfolk, NE 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seymour Elementary School

What grades does Seymour Elementary School serve?

Seymour Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Seymour Elementary School?

Seymour Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Seymour Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seymour Elementary School rank in NE?

Seymour Elementary School ranks #410 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Seymour Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seymour Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Seymour Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seymour Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Seymour Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Seymour Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

53.6% of students at Seymour 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

RALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,409
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,228
District Rank
#2 of 8

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