Summary:
The city of Loomis, Nebraska is home to two public schools: Loomis Elementary School and Loomis Secondary School, both part of the Loomis Public Schools district. While Loomis Elementary consistently ranks in the top 50% of Nebraska elementary schools, Loomis Secondary has struggled, ranking in the bottom half of high schools in the state.
Loomis Elementary School stands out as a strong performer, with test scores above the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.6, which may contribute to its academic success. In contrast, Loomis Secondary School's test scores are more mixed, with some grades performing above the state average and others below. The secondary school also has a higher chronic absenteeism rate of 21.1%, which could be a concern.
Both schools have relatively high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating the need to consider socioeconomic factors that may be impacting student achievement and attendance. The Loomis Public Schools district appears to be investing resources in its schools, with high per-student spending and small class sizes. However, the significant difference in performance between the elementary and secondary schools suggests that the district may need to identify and address the specific challenges facing Loomis Secondary School to ensure all students in the community receive a high-quality education.
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