Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington's student population of 203 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington 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 Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
61%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington's ranking?
Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington is ranked #315 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington?
203 students attend Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington?
Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington offer ?
Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington part of?
Hartington-newcastle Elementary At Hartington is part of Hartington Newcastle School District.
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