Serving 481 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- 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 481 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#54 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
84%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
481 students attend Palisades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Palisades Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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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