Alma Public Schools

The Alma Public Schools district in Nebraska consists of two schools: Alma Elementary At Alma and Alma High School. While the elementary school performs well on state assessments, the high school lags behind the state average in key academic areas, suggesting a potential disconnect in the academic progression from elementary to high school.

Alma Elementary At Alma stands out with its strong academic performance, ranking in the top 50% of Nebraska elementary schools and significantly outperforming the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. The school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9.6 may contribute to its success. In contrast, Alma High School struggles, with lower ACT proficiency in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to the state average, despite performing better on 7th and 8th grade state assessments.

Both schools serve a predominantly white student population, with Alma Elementary At Alma having 92.71% white students and Alma High School having 95.81%. Additionally, the district faces socioeconomic challenges, with around 40% of students at both schools qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The higher spending per student at the high school compared to the elementary school may be an area for further investigation to understand how resources are being utilized and if they are translating to improved student outcomes.