Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Prairie Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 26% 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-6
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Lane Elementary School's student population of 271 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prairie Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Lane Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#47 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
5%
7%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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
What is Prairie Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Lane Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Prairie Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Prairie Lane Elementary School?
271 students attend Prairie Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Prairie Lane Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Lane Elementary School?
Prairie Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prairie Lane Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Prairie Lane Elementary School part of?
Prairie Lane Elementary School is part of Westside Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Lane Elementary School located?
Prairie Lane Elementary School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
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