Serving 160 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pawnee City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pawnee City Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pawnee City school district, covering approximately 180.1 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 13.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pawnee City Elementary School's student population of 160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Motto
where we cultivate well-rounded students for the future
School Rankings
Pawnee City Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pawnee City Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#756 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
91%
61%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Pawnee City Elementary School's ranking?
Pawnee City Elementary School is ranked #756 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Pawnee City Elementary School?
160 students attend Pawnee City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pawnee City Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pawnee City Elementary School?
Pawnee City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pawnee City Elementary School offer ?
Pawnee City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pawnee City Elementary School part of?
Pawnee City Elementary School is part of Pawnee City School District.
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