Serving 128 students in grades 3-6, Ponca Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponca Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Ponca, NE school district, encompassing approximately 138.8 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.9 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ponca Elementary School's student population of 128 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Achieve Excellence
School Rankings
Ponca Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponca Elementary School is 0.14, 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
#61 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 #61 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ponca Elementary School?
128 students attend Ponca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ponca Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponca Elementary School?
Ponca Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ponca Elementary School offer ?
Ponca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponca Elementary School part of?
Ponca Elementary School is part of Ponca School District.
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