What grades does RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the LINCOLN area.

Where is RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a urban school in LINCOLN, NE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is 12:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in LINCOLN, NE?

Schools in LINCOLN include RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the LINCOLN area.

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Riley Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

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LINCOLN, NE 68504

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Oct

Wed

Last day of 1st quarterEvent

Oct

Thu

LPS quarter breakEvent

Oct

Thu

No SchoolEvent

Oct

Fri

No SchoolEvent

Oct

Mon

All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)Event

Oct

Tue

First day of 2nd quarterEvent

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

276

Student:Teacher

12:1

Locale

Urban

District

LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Econ. Disadvantaged

72.8%

Phone

(402)436-1164

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

40-44%

Chronic Absenteeism

7.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

17 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.6:1

Better than average in NE

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

324

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

28.9

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

0.40000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,573

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,619

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,200

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 29%Local 61%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$293,543

+4.3% 1yr+33.9% 5yr

Lincoln, NE metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.6%

Below 150% poverty line

3.1%

Unemployment rate

6.6%

Uninsured residents

6.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

7,396

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

6,692

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,010 (30%)

Other Health Impairment

1,034 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

888 (13%)

Autism

819 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

647 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

310 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

276

Current enrollment

Declining(-18% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Last day of 1st quarter

Event

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

LPS quarter break

Event

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

No School

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Riley Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	5th Grade MAP Testing - ReadingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	MAP Growth Testing in MathDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	3rd Gr MAP Testing: MathDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	4th MAP Math Math testingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School- Labor DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Staff Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full schedule and any student impact details.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Q1 Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for sign-up times and procedures.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	5th Grade MAP Reading TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Parent-Teacher Conferences Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Last day of 1st quarter	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	LPS quarter break	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	No School	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	First day of 2nd quarter	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	Family Library Night	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Last day of 2nd quarter	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	LPS semester break	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	First day of 3rd quarter	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Last day of 3rd quarter	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	LPS quarter break	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	First day of 4th quarter	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Yankee Hill Education Center Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Independence Academy Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Last day of classes Review the calendar for the exact date and any related events.	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Bryan Community Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	North Star High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Northwest High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Southeast High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Northeast High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	Southwest High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	Standing Bear High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	East High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—