Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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
Park Elementary School's student population of 275 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#53 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Park Elementary School's ranking?
Park Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Park Elementary School often compared to?
Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Windy Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Park Elementary School?
275 students attend Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Park Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Elementary School?
Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park Elementary School offer ?
Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Elementary School part of?
Park Elementary School is part of Kearney School District.
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