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 (2026)
- 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: The attendance zone for Elementary at Bennet encompasses the entire school district in Bennet, NE, covering approximately 126.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.7 miles away.
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
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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