Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Plattsmouth Elementary School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plattsmouth Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Plattsmouth, NE, covering approximately 61.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plattsmouth Elementary School's student population of 460 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to achieve Academic success, respectful Behavior, and Career readiness in a Safe environment
School Rankings
Plattsmouth 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 Plattsmouth Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#326 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 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)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plattsmouth Elementary School's ranking?
Plattsmouth Elementary School is ranked #326 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Plattsmouth Elementary School often compared to?
Plattsmouth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conestoga Elementary School, Louisville 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 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Plattsmouth Elementary School?
460 students attend Plattsmouth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Plattsmouth Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plattsmouth Elementary School?
Plattsmouth Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plattsmouth Elementary School offer ?
Plattsmouth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plattsmouth Elementary School part of?
Plattsmouth Elementary School is part of Plattsmouth Community Schools.
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