Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Platte Center Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 36% 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: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Platte Center Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Platte Center, NE, covering an area of approximately 100.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Platte Center Elementary School's student population of 168 students has grown by 10% 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
168 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Building a Strong Foundation in Character, Academics, & Mindset
School Rankings
Platte Center 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 Platte Center Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#472 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
64%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platte Center Elementary School's ranking?
Platte Center Elementary School is ranked #472 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Platte Center Elementary School?
168 students attend Platte Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Platte Center Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Platte Center Elementary School?
Platte Center Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platte Center Elementary School offer ?
Platte Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Platte Center Elementary School part of?
Platte Center Elementary School is part of Lakeview Community Schools.
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