Summary:
Pierce Public Schools in Nebraska has one standout elementary school, Pierce Elementary School, which consistently performs above the state average and ranks in the top third of Nebraska elementary schools. As part of the Pierce Public Schools district, which is ranked 23 out of 115 districts in the state, Pierce Elementary School has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past three years, indicating its strong academic performance.
Pierce Elementary School's academic achievements are noteworthy, with students consistently outperforming the state average in both English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grade levels. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, 78% of 3rd graders were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 57.45%. The school's spending per student, at $15,034 in 2023-2024, is also above the state average, and its student-teacher ratio of 14.4 is relatively low compared to many other schools.
While the school's academic performance is a clear strength, it does have some areas to monitor, such as its chronic absenteeism rate of 19.3% in 2024-2025. Additionally, with 24.71% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024, the school may need to consider strategies to support students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities. Overall, Pierce Elementary School stands out as a high-performing school within the Pierce Public Schools district, with a commitment to supporting student learning and achievement.
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