Plattsmouth Early Childhood serves 167 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plattsmouth Early Childhood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Plattsmouth Early Childhood's student population of 167 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Plattsmouth Early Childhood is 0.35, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Plattsmouth Early Childhood?
167 students attend Plattsmouth Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Plattsmouth Early Childhood students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plattsmouth Early Childhood?
Plattsmouth Early Childhood has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plattsmouth Early Childhood offer ?
Plattsmouth Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Plattsmouth Early Childhood part of?
Plattsmouth Early Childhood is part of Plattsmouth Community Schools School District.
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