STARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

STARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 525 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, STARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

STARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 1800 S. Adams Street in Grand Island, Nebraska, is a public school serving students in the Grand Island Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. As part of a diverse school district, Starr Elementary focuses on providing inclusive instruction designed to meet the varying needs of its student population, ensuring that all children have access to the resources and support necessary for their personal and educational success.

The school is recognized for its commitment to building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the wider Grand Island community. Through various programs and activities, Starr Elementary works to create a positive school culture that encourages student involvement and lifelong learning. By prioritizing foundational skills in core subjects while promoting social-emotional well-being, the school strives to prepare its students for their future transitions to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact STARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (308) 385-5882 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1800 S ADAMS STREET
GRAND ISLAND, NE 68801
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STARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 525 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
525
Teachers:
32.62
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 525 students

White
48.6%
Hispanic/Latino
40.0%
Black or African American
5.9%
Two or more races
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.5%
Asian
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
53.1%
Male
46.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.