Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zeman 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 49% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zeman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Zeman Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zeman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zeman Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
5%
7%
White
63%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zeman Elementary School's ranking?
Zeman Elementary School is ranked #320 out of 902 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Zeman Elementary School?
443 students attend Zeman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Zeman Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zeman Elementary School?
Zeman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Zeman Elementary School offer ?
Zeman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Zeman Elementary School part of?
Zeman Elementary School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
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