Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elementary At Bennet ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Elementary at Bennet's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bennet, NE, covering approximately 126.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary At Bennet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elementary At Bennet's student population of 385 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Elementary At Bennet ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elementary At Bennet is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#231 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elementary At Bennet's ranking?
Elementary At Bennet is ranked #231 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elementary At Bennet?
385 students attend Elementary At Bennet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Elementary At Bennet students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elementary At Bennet?
Elementary At Bennet has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elementary At Bennet offer ?
Elementary At Bennet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary At Bennet part of?
Elementary At Bennet is part of Palmyra District O R 1.
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