SHOEMAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SHOEMAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 375 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, SHOEMAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

SHOEMAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located on West Old Potash Highway in Grand Island, Nebraska, serves as a primary educational institution within the Grand Island Public Schools district. The school is committed to providing a foundational learning environment for students in the early grades, focusing on academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills. By fostering a supportive classroom atmosphere, Shoemaker aims to prepare its diverse student body for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

Beyond its core curriculum, Shoemaker Elementary emphasizes the importance of community and inclusivity, working closely with families and local stakeholders to enhance the educational experience. The school often prioritizes initiatives that encourage student engagement, character building, and active participation in school activities. As part of the Grand Island community, it plays a vital role in providing a stable and enriching environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential within a collaborative and safe setting.

For more information, contact SHOEMAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (308) 385-5936 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4160 W OLD POTASH HWY
GRAND ISLAND, NE 68803-3919
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SHOEMAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 375 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
375
Teachers:
24.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I 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 375 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SHOEMAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.

White
70.4%
Hispanic/Latino
24.8%
Two or more races
2.4%
Asian
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Black or African American
0.5%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

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.