Serving 118 students in grades 3-6, Ponca Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ponca Elementary School's student population of 118 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Ponca Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponca Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#56 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Ponca Elementary School's ranking?
Ponca Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ponca Elementary School?
118 students attend Ponca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ponca Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponca Elementary School?
Ponca Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ponca Elementary School offer ?
Ponca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponca Elementary School part of?
Ponca Elementary School is part of Ponca School District.
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