Serving 71 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Boyd County Elementary (Butte) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyd County Elementary (Butte) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Boyd County Elementary (Butte)'s student population of 71 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Boyd County Elementary (Butte) ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boyd County Elementary (Butte) is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
99%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyd County Elementary (Butte)'s ranking?
Boyd County Elementary (Butte) is ranked #143 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Boyd County Elementary (Butte)?
71 students attend Boyd County Elementary (Butte).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Boyd County Elementary (Butte) students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd County Elementary (Butte)?
Boyd County Elementary (Butte) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boyd County Elementary (Butte) offer ?
Boyd County Elementary (Butte) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boyd County Elementary (Butte) part of?
Boyd County Elementary (Butte) is part of Boyd County Schools School District.
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