Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pyrtle Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pyrtle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pyrtle Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pyrtle Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pyrtle Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#156 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pyrtle Elementary School's ranking?
Pyrtle Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Pyrtle Elementary School often compared to?
Pyrtle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastridge Elementary School, Cavett Elementary School, Sheridan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Pyrtle Elementary School?
466 students attend Pyrtle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pyrtle Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pyrtle Elementary School?
Pyrtle Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pyrtle Elementary School offer ?
Pyrtle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pyrtle Elementary School part of?
Pyrtle Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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