The top reported proficiency rate is 0% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Everett Elementary School
Everett Elementary School is a regular public school in Lincoln, Nebraska, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of Lincoln Public Schools, the largest district in the state. The school sits in a mixed residential and commercial part of the city, near the downtown core and the state capitol, in a neighborhood that reflects Lincoln’s broader character as a government, education, and healthcare hub.
The student body is diverse. Hispanic students make up the largest share, followed by white students, Black students, Asian students, and students who identify as two or more races. A small number of American Indian or Alaska Native students are also enrolled. The school serves a sizable population, with enrollment spread fairly evenly across the elementary grades and a pre-kindergarten program that adds a younger cohort. Data on the share of students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch was not available, nor were counts for students with disabilities or English learners, so a parent would want to ask the school directly about the level of economic need and the availability of specialized supports.
State testing results for the most recent year show that proficiency rates in math, English language arts, and science were reported at zero percent across all tested grades. This is an unusual pattern that a parent should investigate further with the school or district. The multi-year trend data, however, tells a more complicated story. In English language arts, the school’s proficiency rate across all grades was reported at a modest level in the most recent year, and the trend over the past several years shows a rate that has fluctuated but remained in a similar range. In math, the trend line shows a rate that was also modest in the earlier year and then dropped to the reported zero in the most recent year. Science results have been reported at zero across the available trend period. The overall proficiency index, which averages results across subjects and grades, places the school in the bottom quartile relative to other districts in Lancaster County. A parent will want to understand what is driving these numbers and whether the school has a plan for improvement.
The school is part of Lincoln Public Schools, a district that has seen significant recent investment. A large bond issue passed in 2020 funded the construction of two new high schools and a new elementary school, along with major renovations across the district. This reshaped attendance boundaries and relieved overcrowding, which may affect where Everett Elementary students eventually attend middle and high school. The district has also shifted to a science-of-reading approach for early literacy instruction across all elementary schools, a change that began in 2023 and aligns with state requirements. This means the reading instruction your child would receive at Everett is part of a district-wide pedagogical shift toward evidence-based methods.
Housing in the area around the school is moderately priced relative to national benchmarks. Home values have seen a modest increase over the past year, and rents have also risen slightly. The typical mortgage payment in the area is higher than the typical rent, which is a common pattern in many markets. The national unemployment rate has been stable, and real median household income has edged up in recent years, providing a general economic backdrop that is steady if not booming.
The school is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet. It does not serve high school grades, so there is no graduation rate to report. The neighborhood is a mix of older homes and newer infill, close to downtown Lincoln and the university campus. Families who live in this part of the city have access to the amenities of a state capital and a mid-sized city, including the Haymarket District, Sunken Gardens, and the university's cultural offerings. The school itself is a neighborhood elementary school serving a diverse student body, and the district has been investing heavily in new facilities and instructional approaches. A parent considering Everett should start by asking the school for a clear explanation of the recent test results and what steps are being taken to raise student achievement.
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