Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pleasanton 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 3% 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: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- 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: Pleasanton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Pleasanton, NE school district, encompassing approximately 153.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.8 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasanton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Pleasanton Elementary School's student population of 200 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton Elementary School is 0.06, 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. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
97%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasanton Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton Elementary School?
200 students attend Pleasanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pleasanton Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasanton Elementary School?
Pleasanton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasanton Elementary School offer ?
Pleasanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasanton Elementary School part of?
Pleasanton Elementary School is part of Pleasanton School District.
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