Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Platte Center Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Platte Center Elementary School's student population of 156 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Platte Center 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 Platte Center Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#436 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
38%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
59%
63%
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
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platte Center Elementary School's ranking?
Platte Center Elementary School is ranked #436 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Platte Center Elementary School?
156 students attend Platte Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Platte Center Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Platte Center Elementary School?
Platte Center Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platte Center Elementary School offer ?
Platte Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Platte Center Elementary School part of?
Platte Center Elementary School is part of Lakeview Community Schools School District.
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