Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ponca Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ponca Elementary School's student population of 138 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponca Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponca Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#162 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
8%
7%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponca Elementary School's ranking?
Ponca Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Ponca Elementary School often compared to?
Ponca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ponca Elementary School?
138 students attend Ponca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ponca Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponca Elementary School?
Ponca Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ponca Elementary School offer ?
Ponca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponca Elementary School part of?
Ponca Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
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