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#441 of 967 schools in NE

Top 46% in state

St Paul Elementary School

Elementary School · ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS

1305 HOWARD AVE PO BOX 325, St. Paul, NE 68873

Enrollment

373

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#441 of 967

In St. Paul

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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St Paul Elementary School

6.6/10

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

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7.6/10

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3.1/10

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About St Paul Elementary School

St Paul Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Paul, NE, part of ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS. St Paul Elementary School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

St Paul Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #441 of 967 schools in NE. Structured state assessment records for St Paul Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above NE schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Paul 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,881
Chronic Absenteeism2.9%

St Paul Elementary School — Students at St Paul Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.0% (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
72%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How St Paul Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in NE
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.9%

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

1305 HOWARD AVE PO BOX 325, St. Paul, NE 68873

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Paul Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTURA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Cairo), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Palmer), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LIBORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby St. Libory), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Paul, see our St. Paul schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL St. Paul 0.0 mi 7.6
ELBA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elba 7.1 mi 3.1
ELBA SECONDARY SCHOOL Elba 7.1 mi 4.6
ST LIBORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Libory 9.8 mi 7.0
PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palmer 10.4 mi 8.1
PALMER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH Palmer 10.4 mi 8.3
CENTURA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cairo 13.0 mi 8.5
CENTURA SECONDARY SCHOOL Cairo 13.0 mi 8.5
1R ELEMENTARY Grand Island 15.2 mi 6.6
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cairo 16.6 mi 3.3
NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Grand Island 18.3 mi 6.6
EARLY LEARNING CENTER Grand Island 18.6 mi 2.9
ENGLEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Island 19.2 mi 6.4
WEST LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Island 19.3 mi 2.8
GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Grand Island 19.4 mi 3.6
WESTRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Island 19.8 mi 5.8
KNICKREHM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Island 19.5 mi 5.1
WALNUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Island 19.8 mi 4.0
NEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Island 20.1 mi 5.3
CENTRAL CATHOLIC MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Grand Island 20.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68873 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,169

Median Home Value

$208,900

Median Rent

$739/mo

Population

3,710

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

41.9

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ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 6.6
SQUIRE JOHN THOMAS ELEMENTARY Gretna, NE 6.6
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 6.6
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk, NE 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Paul Elementary School

What grades does St Paul Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend St Paul Elementary School?

St Paul Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Paul Elementary School rank in NE?

St Paul Elementary School ranks #441 of 967 schools in NE.

What is St Paul Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Paul Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 St Paul Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Paul Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St Paul Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is St Paul Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

30.6% of students at St Paul 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Howard County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.9%

District

ST PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
668
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,881
District Rank
#2 of 2

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