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South Ward Elementary School

2000 12Th Ave, Sidney, NE 69162, United States

+1 (308) 254-5855

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South Ward Elementary School Overview

About This School

South Ward Elementary School is a public elementary in Sidney, Nebraska, serving 261 students in grades Grade 1-3. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 18 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $53,353, and the school provides one counselor for every 261 students. Students at the school are 45% male and 55% female. The demographic makeup is 90% White, 7% Hispanic, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% Black.

261

Total Students

Grade 1-3

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

18 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 1-3

County

Cheyenne County

Students per Counselor

261:1

South Ward Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

City Avg: 47%State Avg: 48%

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Mathematics

City Avg: 49%State Avg: 47%

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Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12.8:1

State Avg: 14.2:1

261

Students per Counselor

South Ward Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$53,353

City Avg: $53,353

State Avg: $59,759

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor261:1

South Ward Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

44.83%

Male

55.17%

Female

Total Enrollment: 261 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White90.42%

Hispanic6.9%

Asian0%

Black0.77%

Two or More Races1.92%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About South Ward Elementary School

Q: What is South Ward Elementary School?

A: South Ward Elementary School is a elementary public located in Sidney.

Q: How many students attend South Ward Elementary School?

A: South Ward Elementary School has approximately 261 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at South Ward Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at South Ward Elementary School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about South Ward Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About South Ward Elementary School - Sidney, NE

Quick Facts about South Ward Elementary School
School Name	South Ward Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 1-3
Location	2000 12Th Ave, Sidney, NE 69162, Sidney, NE
County	Cheyenne County
Phone	+1 (308) 254-5855
Total Students	261
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	18
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about South Ward Elementary School

What is South Ward Elementary School?

South Ward Elementary School is a elementary public located in Sidney.

How many students attend South Ward Elementary School?

South Ward Elementary School has approximately 261 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Ward Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Ward Elementary School is 13:1.

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