FIRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
FIRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in ELKHORN, NE with about 496 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 30 teachers, FIRE RIDGE 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.
FIRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Elkhorn, Nebraska, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Elkhorn Public Schools district, the school is known for its strong academic standards, dedicated teaching staff, and a supportive community environment. It prioritizes a well-rounded education, emphasizing not only core curriculum subjects like literacy and mathematics but also social-emotional development and student engagement.
Beyond academics, Fire Ridge Elementary fosters a vibrant school culture characterized by active parent involvement and a variety of extracurricular opportunities. The facility serves as a central hub for the surrounding neighborhood, focusing on creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. With its commitment to high educational outcomes and a nurturing campus climate, Fire Ridge continues to be a top-performing institution within the Elkhorn area.
For more information, contact FIRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 289-0735 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
ELKHORN, NE 68022-4837
(402) 289-0735
FIRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in ELKHORN, NE with about 496 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 496
- Teachers:
- 30.76
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 496 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FIRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.
- White
- 90.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.4%
- Asian
- 2.8%
- Black or African American
- 2.0%
- Two or more races
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 53.4%
- Male
- 46.6%
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.