Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wisner-pilger 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WISNER-PILGER ELEM SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wisner school district, covering approximately 231 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wisner-pilger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wisner-pilger Elementary School's student population of 306 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wisner-pilger 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 Wisner-pilger Elementary 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
#166 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Wisner-pilger Elementary School's ranking?
Wisner-pilger Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Wisner-pilger Elementary School often compared to?
Wisner-pilger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wisner-pilger Elementary School?
306 students attend Wisner-pilger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wisner-pilger Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wisner-pilger Elementary School?
Wisner-pilger Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wisner-pilger Elementary School offer ?
Wisner-pilger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wisner-pilger Elementary School part of?
Wisner-pilger Elementary School is part of Wisner-Pilger School District.
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