Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Picotte Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Picotte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Picotte Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Picotte Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Picotte Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
13%
7%
White
66%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Picotte Elementary School's ranking?
Picotte Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Picotte Elementary School?
309 students attend Picotte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Picotte Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Picotte Elementary School?
Picotte Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Picotte Elementary School offer ?
Picotte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Picotte Elementary School part of?
Picotte Elementary School is part of Omaha Public Schools School District.
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