Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

Summary:

Cedar Bluffs Elementary School is a public elementary school serving 298 students in grades PK-5 in Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska, which is part of the Cedar Bluffs Public Schools district. The school has shown mixed performance on state assessments, with some grades and subjects outperforming the state average while others underperform. However, the school has seen a concerning increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 4.6% in 2020-2021 to 21.1% in 2023-2024.

Compared to nearby schools, Cedar Bluffs Elementary generally performs better than the Fremont Public Schools district, which has several low-performing schools. However, the school lags behind higher-performing schools like North Bend Central Elementary and Wahoo Elementary in terms of student achievement and overall school rankings. The school's ranking for low-socioeconomic status students has been relatively high, indicating that the school is effectively supporting these students, but the rankings for female and male students have been more inconsistent.

Over the past several years, Cedar Bluffs Elementary School's statewide ranking has declined, from a high of 146 out of 483 Nebraska elementary schools in 2013-2014 to a low of 241 out of 428 in 2023-2024. This trend is concerning and may indicate that the school is struggling to keep pace with other schools in the state. To address these issues, the school and district may need to focus on improving instructional practices, addressing attendance and engagement, and providing targeted support for students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 110 E Main St
       Cedar Bluffs, NE  68015-0066


(402) 628-2060

District: Cedar Bluffs Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
241st of 428 Nebraska Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,776 Help


Students who attend Cedar Bluffs Elementary School usually attend:

High:    Cedar Bluffs High School

Student/teacher ratio:  13.3 Help
Number of students:  252

Racial breakdown:

White:
94.0%
Hispanic:
3.2%
Two or more races:
1.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  31.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Cedar Bluffs Elementary School ranks worse than 56.3% of elementary schools in Nebraska. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 53.37. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94%), Hispanic (3.2%), two or more races (1.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 31.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School is 13.3. (See more...)
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Compare Cedar Bluffs Elementary School employs 18.8 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School is $17,776.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Cedar Bluffs Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Cedar Bluffs Elementary School 241st of 428 Nebraska public elementary schools. (See Cedar Bluffs Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Cedar Bluffs Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Cedar Bluffs Public Schools 108th of 182 Nebraska school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 77.32 56th 418 86.6%
2007 55.28 232nd 430 46.0%
2008 57.60 245th 478 48.7%
2009 64.43 159th 471 66.2%
2010 68.64 112th 502 77.7%
2011 46.17 274th 473 42.1%
2012 47.23 274th 480 42.9%
2013 44.92 295th 485 39.2%
2014 64.80 146th 483 69.8%
2015 36.12 353rd 488 27.7%
2016 46.23 275th 480 42.7%
2017 42.70 286th 459 37.7%
2018 53.74 208th 450 53.8%
2019 49.83 226th 452 50.0%
2021 50.68 229th 442 48.2%
2022 40.89 288th 457 37.0%
2023 51.73 227th 459 50.5%
2024 53.37 241st 428 43.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 70.74 61st 281 78.3%
2019 62.17 106th 298 64.4%
2021 76.01 34th 264 87.1%
2022 68.57 75th 259 71.0%
2023 57.41 131st 312 58.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 65.35 110th 341 67.7%
2019 53.01 156th 349 55.3%
2021 45.15 174th 318 45.3%
2022 47.14 172nd 337 49.0%
2023 58.35 142nd 349 59.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 34.70 257th 367 30.0%
2021 56.03 133rd 328 59.5%
2022 46.35 195th 356 45.2%
2023 42.58 216th 366 41.0%
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Rank History for White students at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.42 195th 391 50.1%
2019 38.99 246th 391 37.1%
2021 42.33 221st 368 39.9%
2022 28.06 308th 388 20.6%
2023 41.51 231st 385 40.0%
2024 43.42 173rd 261 33.7%
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Data source: test scores: Nebraska Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 109 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 109
1989 113 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 113
1990 125 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 127
1991 149 0 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 152
1992 153 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 154
1993 160 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 160
1994 159 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 160
1995 168 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 168
1996 168 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 168
1997 171 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 172
1998 141 2 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 144
1999 153 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 1 156
2000 143 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 144
2001 131 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 131
2002 126 2 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 129
2003 126 2 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 129
2004 120 4 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 126
2005 116 6 0 3 1 n/a n/a 0 126
2006 112 5 0 2 3 n/a n/a 0 122
2007 117 4 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 122
2008 99 3 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 105
2009 96 3 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 103
2010 96 3 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 101
2011 95 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 98
2012 88 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 92
2013 94 3 0 3 0 2 0 0 102
2014 75 2 1 4 0 2 0 0 84
2015 99 7 0 8 2 2 0 0 118
2016 106 4 0 11 2 2 0 0 125
2017 138 5 0 15 1 2 1 0 162
2018 159 10 0 13 1 1 0 0 184
2019 247 11 0 11 0 0 1 0 270
2020 252 8 0 13 1 0 3 0 277
2021 270 8 0 15 1 0 3 0 297
2022 279 6 0 20 1 0 4 0 310
2023 273 3 0 14 1 0 7 0 298
2024 237 3 0 8 0 0 4 0 252

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 109 7.1 15.3 14.7
1989 113 8.0 14.1 14.2
1990 127 8.3 15.3 11.8
1991 152 8.4 18.0 11.8
1992 154 8.3 18.5 15.6
1993 160 8.3 19.3 19.4
1994 160 8.3 19.3 16.3
1995 168 8.3 20.2 22
1996 168 8.3 20.2 22
1997 172 8.3 20.7 18.6
1998 144 8.4 17.1 21.5
1999 156 8.4 18.6 29.7
2000 144 9.1 15.8 33.3
2001 131 9.1 14.4 40.5
2002 129 9.1 14.2 35.7
2003 129 9.1 14.2 35.7
2004 126 9.2 13.7 53.2
2005 126 9.3 13.5 45.2
2006 122 9.2 13.3 40.2
2007 122 9.2 13.3 43.4
2008 105 8.2 12.8 48.6
2009 103 8.2 12.6 37.9
2010 101 8.2 12.2 41.6
2011 98 8.5 11.4 43.9
2012 92 8.7 10.4 45.7
2013 102 9.2 11.0 42.2
2014 84 8.1 10.3 50
2015 118 8.0 14.7 54.2
2016 125 8.0 15.6 54.4
2017 162 11.3 14.2 62.3
2018 184 12.5 14.6 54.9
2019 270 21.4 12.6 57.8
2020 277 21.5 12.8 57.8
2021 297 21.0 14.1 52.2
2022 310 22.0 14.0 37.1
2023 298 21.3 13.9 44.6
2024 252 18.8 13.3 31.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 109 7.1 15.3 14.7
1989 113 8.0 14.1 14.2
1990 127 8.3 15.3 11.8
1991 152 8.4 18.0 11.8
1992 154 8.3 18.5 15.6
1993 160 8.3 19.3 19.4
1994 160 8.3 19.3 16.3
1995 168 8.3 20.2 22
1996 168 8.3 20.2 22
1997 172 8.3 20.7 18.6
1998 144 8.4 17.1 21.5
1999 156 8.4 18.6 29.7
2000 144 9.1 15.8 33.3
2001 131 9.1 14.4 40.5
2002 129 9.1 14.2 35.7
2003 129 9.1 14.2 35.7
2004 126 9.2 13.7 53.2
2005 126 9.3 13.5 45.2
2006 122 9.2 13.3 40.2
2007 122 9.2 13.3 43.4
2008 105 8.2 12.8 48.6
2009 103 8.2 12.6 37.9
2010 101 8.2 12.2 41.6
2011 98 8.5 11.4 43.9
2012 92 8.7 10.4 45.7
2013 102 9.2 11.0 42.2
2014 84 8.1 10.3 50
2015 118 8.0 14.7 54.2
2016 125 8.0 15.6 54.4
2017 162 11.3 14.2 62.3
2018 184 12.5 14.6 54.9
2019 270 21.4 12.6 57.8
2020 277 21.5 12.8 57.8
2021 297 21.0 14.1 52.2
2022 310 22.0 14.0 37.1
2023 298 21.3 13.9 44.6
2024 252 18.8 13.3 31.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,302 (9.0%) $11,773 (81.8%) $14,396
2020 $1,250 (7.3%) $14,050 (82.4%) $17,050
2021 $1,040 (6.0%) $14,490 (83.7%) $17,315
2022 $1,174 (7.4%) $12,990 (81.8%) $15,886
2023 $1,065 (6.0%) $14,490 (81.5%) $17,776

Data source: Nebraska Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 226th of 452 Elementary schoolsRanks 227th of 459 Elementary schools
 0.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)5670
 14%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)5670
 14%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Nebraska)5663
 7%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)6268
 6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)6268
 6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Nebraska)5558
 3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)7036
 34%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)7036
 34%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Nebraska)5855
 3%
4th Grade Mathematics (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)6558
 7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)6558
 7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Nebraska)5158
 7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)3868
 30%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)3868
 30%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Nebraska)4856
 8%
5th Grade Mathematics (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)5478
 24%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)5478
 24%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Nebraska)5465
 11%
5th Grade Science (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)5890
 32%
   5th Grade Science (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)5890
 32%
   5th Grade Science (Nebraska)6876
 8%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)4625
 21%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)4625
 21%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Nebraska)4955
 6%
6th Grade Mathematics (Cedar Bluffs Elementary School)5153
 2%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Cedar Bluffs Public Schools)5153
 2%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Nebraska)5557
 2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students270298
 10.4%
African American113
 72.7%
American Indian01
Asian00
Hispanic1114
 27.3%
Pacific Islander00
White247273
 10.5%
Two or More Races17
 600%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients57.8%44.6%
 13.1%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Bluffs Elementary School

Cedar Bluffs Elementary School ranks 241st of 428 Nebraska elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 252 students attended Cedar Bluffs Elementary School.

Students at Cedar Bluffs Elementary School are 94% White, 3% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races, 1% African American.

Students who attend Cedar Bluffs Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Cedar Bluffs High School


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Nebraska Department of Education.

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