Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Prairie Queen Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Queen 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
Prairie Queen Elementary School's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie Queen Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Queen Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#36 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Prairie Queen Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Queen Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Prairie Queen Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Queen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Elementary School, Walnut Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Prairie Queen Elementary School?
533 students attend Prairie Queen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Prairie Queen Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Queen Elementary School?
Prairie Queen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prairie Queen Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Queen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Queen Elementary School part of?
Prairie Queen Elementary School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Queen Elementary School located?
Prairie Queen Elementary School is located in the North Shore neighborhood of Papillion, NE.
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