Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Johnson Co Central Elem-cook ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook's student population of 82 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Journey Together... Creating Opportunities... Committed to Excellence.
School Rankings
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Co Central Elem-cook is 0.37, 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
#514 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Johnson Co Central Elem-cook's ranking?
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook is ranked #514 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Johnson Co Central Elem-cook?
82 students attend Johnson Co Central Elem-cook.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Johnson Co Central Elem-cook students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Co Central Elem-cook?
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Johnson Co Central Elem-cook offer ?
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Co Central Elem-cook part of?
Johnson Co Central Elem-cook is part of Johnson Co Central School District.
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