Serving 67 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cody-kilgore Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cody-kilgore Elementary School's student population of 67 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Cody-kilgore Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cody-kilgore Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#422 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cody-kilgore Elementary School's ranking?
Cody-kilgore Elementary School is ranked #422 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cody-kilgore Elementary School?
67 students attend Cody-kilgore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cody-kilgore Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cody-kilgore Elementary School?
Cody-kilgore Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cody-kilgore Elementary School offer ?
Cody-kilgore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cody-kilgore Elementary School part of?
Cody-kilgore Elementary School is part of Cody-Kilgore Public Schools.
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