Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Picotte Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Picotte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Picotte Elementary School's student population of 377 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Picotte Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Picotte Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#457 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
18%
7%
White
56%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Picotte Elementary School's ranking?
Picotte Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 902 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Picotte Elementary School?
377 students attend Picotte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Picotte Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Picotte Elementary School?
Picotte Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Picotte Elementary School offer ?
Picotte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Picotte Elementary School part of?
Picotte Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
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