Serving 312 students in grades 4-5, Pershing 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 34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pershing Elementary School serves the southern part of Lexington, NE, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pershing Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
To develop capable and responsible lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Pershing 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 Pershing Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#849 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
76%
23%
Black
14%
7%
White
8%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pershing Elementary School's ranking?
Pershing Elementary School is ranked #849 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Pershing Elementary School?
312 students attend Pershing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pershing Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pershing Elementary School?
Pershing Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pershing Elementary School offer ?
Pershing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pershing Elementary School part of?
Pershing Elementary School is part of Lexington School District.
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