Serving 81 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Potter-dix Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Potter-Dix Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dix, NE, covering approximately 517.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with distances averaging about 14.9 miles to the zone edge and extending up to 20.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potter-dix Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Potter-dix Elementary School's student population of 81 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Potter-dix Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potter-dix Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#247 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potter-dix Elementary School's ranking?
Potter-dix Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Potter-dix Elementary School?
81 students attend Potter-dix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Potter-dix Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potter-dix Elementary School?
Potter-dix Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Potter-dix Elementary School offer ?
Potter-dix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Potter-dix Elementary School part of?
Potter-dix Elementary School is part of Potter-Dix School District.
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