Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Park Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Broken Bow, NE, encompassing approximately 481.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone takes between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 29.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Park 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
North Park Elementary School's student population of 376 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Rankings
North Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Park Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#73 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Park Elementary School's ranking?
North Park Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% 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 North Park Elementary School?
376 students attend North Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Park Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Park Elementary School?
North Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Park Elementary School offer ?
North Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Park Elementary School part of?
North Park Elementary School is part of Broken Bow School District.
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