Sutherland Elementary School

Sutherland Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural community of Sutherland, Nebraska. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 158 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1 with eleven full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Sutherland Elementary is solid but shows room for improvement, with MySchoolScout ranking it at 5.9 out of 10 and placing it in the 61st percentile among Nebraska schools.

In terms of proficiency rates, 59% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, while 60% reach this mark in math. Sutherland Elementary School is nestled in a remote rural setting, providing a close-knit community atmosphere for its students. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment and encourages student development beyond just academic scores.

With an enrollment of 158 students, Sutherland Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Sutherland Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.