Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palisades Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Palisade's Elementary School serves the northeast part of Gretna, NE, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Families typically enjoy a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisades 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
Palisades Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Palisades 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 Palisades Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#54 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Palisades Elementary School's ranking?
Palisades Elementary School is ranked #54 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?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Palisades Elementary School?
454 students attend Palisades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Palisades Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palisades Elementary School?
Palisades Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Palisades Elementary School offer ?
Palisades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palisades Elementary School part of?
Palisades Elementary School is part of Gretna School District.
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