Emerson Elementary School serves 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 252 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
252 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

American Indian
7%
1%

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
28%
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
56%
62%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
252 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Alliance School District.
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