Serving 114 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, High Plains Community Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: High Plains Community Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Clarks, NE, covering approximately 222.6 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.9 miles and the furthest edge located 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Plains Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
High Plains Community Elementary School's student population of 114 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
114 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the High Plains Community Schools is to provide an educational environment, which develops citizens who are lifelong learners and can contribute to a global society.
School Rankings
High Plains Community Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Plains Community Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#341 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 High Plains Community Elementary School's ranking?
High Plains Community Elementary School is ranked #341 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend High Plains Community Elementary School?
114 students attend High Plains Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of High Plains Community Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Plains Community Elementary School?
High Plains Community Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does High Plains Community Elementary School offer ?
High Plains Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is High Plains Community Elementary School part of?
High Plains Community Elementary School is part of High Plains Community Schools.
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