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SHELL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

16786 280TH ST, COLUMBUS, NE, 68601

Top 10% School in Nebraska

Ranked 53 of 285 in Nebraska

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About SHELL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shell Creek Elementary School is a public PK–6 school in Columbus, Nebraska. It is part of the Lakeview Community Schools district. There are 346 students at Shell Creek Elementary School, and the school keeps a 14:1 student-to-teacher ratio, which means that class sizes are manageable and students always get help with their lessons. The school has a full K–6 curriculum that focuses on reading, writing, math, science, and social development. It also has specific interventions and enrichment opportunities. The student body is moderately diverse, with about a quarter of students being Hispanic and the rest being White. Recent test results show that 72% of students scored at or above the proficient level in math and 52% did the same in reading. This puts the school above many state and regional performance standards. Per-pupil spending is in line with the amount of money the district gets, which helps pay for technology, academic programs, and student services. The school is in a residential area outside of downtown Columbus and is known for having a positive atmosphere, a lot of community involvement, and consistent academic success. In general, Shell Creek Elementary School has consistently strong math scores and a supportive learning environment, and there are always chances for students to improve their reading and writing skills at all grade levels, which is why it's one of the best schools in Nebraska. This school is the best school in Columbus, Nebraska.

SHELL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Contact Information

Address

16786 280TH ST, COLUMBUS, NE, 68601

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Phone

(402) 564-8008

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 72%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 72% in Math and 52% in Reading.
25
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
346
Total Students
$47698
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 53 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at SHELL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 75.72%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 23.7%
Black 0%
Two+ Races 0.58%
Native Am. 0%
White
75.72%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
23.7%
Black
0%
Two+ Races
0.58%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 346
49.71%
172 Female
50.29%
174 Male

Student Population

346 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

427 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Platte Center Elementary Student Council launched Red Ribbon Week with a RED OUT day on Tuesday. Throughout the week, students were reminded of this year's theme: "Life is a Puzzle, Solve it Drug Free."They learned that life's challenges can be addressed without resorting to drugs!

FAQ

Q1. What programs help students feel good about themselves?

Ans. Shell Creek Elementary has programs to recognize students, chances to be leaders, and presentations in the classroom.


Q2. How does the school help students move from one activity to the next?

Ans. Teachers help students move from one thing to another by using routines, visual cues, and structured activities.


Q3. Are there chances for learning together?

Ans. Yes, students work together on group projects, with partners, and in the classroom.


Q4. How do schools keep families up to date on what's going on?

Ans. Families get news through newsletters, digital platforms, and talking to their teachers.


Q5. What unique events does the school hold every year?

Ans. Students like festivals, family nights, and ceremonies where everyone in the school is honored.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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