Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pyrtle Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pyrtle Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lincoln, NE, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching a maximum of 2.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pyrtle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pyrtle Elementary School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
Pyrtle's community inspires and empowers learners for the future.
School Rankings
Pyrtle 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 Pyrtle Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#125 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Pyrtle Elementary School's ranking?
Pyrtle Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Pyrtle Elementary School often compared to?
Pyrtle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastridge Elementary School, Cavett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Pyrtle Elementary School?
449 students attend Pyrtle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pyrtle Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pyrtle Elementary School?
Pyrtle Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pyrtle Elementary School offer ?
Pyrtle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pyrtle Elementary School part of?
Pyrtle Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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