Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prairie View 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 61% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie View School's student population of 371 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The OG WAY
School Rankings
Prairie View 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 Prairie View School is 0.34, 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
#569 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Og Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie View School's ranking?
Prairie View School is ranked #569 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Prairie View School?
371 students attend Prairie View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Prairie View School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie View School?
Prairie View School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prairie View School offer ?
Prairie View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie View School part of?
Prairie View School is part of Ogallala School District.
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