YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the YORK PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in YORK, NE with about 523 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 40 teachers, YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 1501 Washington Avenue in York, Nebraska, serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community. As part of the York Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. The school focuses on building a strong foundational curriculum for its students, preparing them for the transition to middle school while emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science.

Beyond the classroom, York Elementary is known for being an integral part of the small-town fabric of York, maintaining a strong connection with families and the surrounding neighborhood. The school typically emphasizes a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging student participation in various extracurricular activities and community-focused initiatives. By prioritizing both student achievement and character development, York Elementary aims to nurture well-rounded learners who are equipped with the skills necessary for long-term success.

For more information, contact YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 362-6655 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1501 WASHINGTON AVE
YORK, NE 68467-4700
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YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in YORK, NE with about 523 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
523
Teachers:
40.5
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
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 523 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
80.3%
Hispanic/Latino
14.1%
Two or more races
3.1%
Black or African American
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Asian
0.2%

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%

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.