Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Park 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 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Park Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Park Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#668 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
65%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
32%
61%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Park Elementary School's ranking?
North Park Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are North Park Elementary School often compared to?
North Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Lost Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend North Park Elementary School?
304 students attend North Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of North Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Park Elementary School?
North Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Park Elementary School offer ?
North Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Park Elementary School part of?
North Park Elementary School is part of Columbus School District.
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