Serving 93 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Paxton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paxton Elementary School's student population of 93 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
93 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paxton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paxton Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paxton Elementary School's ranking?
Paxton Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Paxton Elementary School?
93 students attend Paxton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Paxton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paxton Elementary School?
Paxton Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paxton Elementary School offer ?
Paxton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Paxton Elementary School part of?
Paxton Elementary School is part of Paxton Consolidated Schools School District.
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