Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pierce Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pierce Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pierce, NE, spanning approximately 237.2 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pierce Elementary School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Discover your passion; reach your goals!
School Rankings
Pierce Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#333 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bluejays
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce Elementary School's ranking?
Pierce Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Pierce Elementary School?
338 students attend Pierce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pierce Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierce Elementary School?
Pierce Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pierce Elementary School offer ?
Pierce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce Elementary School part of?
Pierce Elementary School is part of Pierce School District.
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