Serving 188 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 16:1 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasanton Elementary School's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasanton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasanton Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasanton Elementary School is ranked #666 out of 902 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
188 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 16:1, 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
What school district is Pleasanton Elementary School part of?
Pleasanton Elementary School is part of Pleasanton School District.
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