Panhandle School serves 4 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the Nebraska state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Nebraska state average of 76%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
76%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
29%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sioux County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% NE state average).
How many students attend Panhandle School?
4 students attend Panhandle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Panhandle School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panhandle School?
Panhandle School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Panhandle School offer ?
Panhandle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Panhandle School part of?
Panhandle School is part of Sioux County School District.
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