Best Ponca Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 315 students in Ponca, NE.
The top ranked public schools in Ponca, NE are Ponca Elementary School and Ponca High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ponca, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Ponca have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Ponca, NE (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ponca Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
505 3rd St
Ponca, NE 68770
(402) 755-5700
Grades: 3-6
| 125 students
Rank: #22.
Ponca High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
505 3rd St
Ponca, NE 68770
(402) 755-5701
Grades: 7-12
| 190 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Ponca, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Ponca, NE include Ponca Elementary School and Ponca High School.
How many public schools are located in Ponca?
2 public schools are located in Ponca.
What is the racial composition of students in Ponca?
Ponca public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

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