Summary:
The city of Papillion, Nebraska is home to 14 schools, including 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, all part of the Papillion La Vista Community Schools district. The district is ranked 77 out of 182 districts in Nebraska and is rated 3 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in Papillion are Liberty Middle School, ranked 6th out of 200 Nebraska middle schools with a 5-star rating, and Prairie Queen Elementary, ranked 22nd out of 428 Nebraska elementary schools with a 5-star rating. Both schools have exceptional test scores, with over 80% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Additionally, Papillion La Vista South High School, ranked 44th out of 168 Nebraska high schools with a 4-star rating, has strong test scores with over 60% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in ACT English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
However, the data also reveals significant performance gaps between the highest-performing and lowest-performing schools, both within the district and compared to state averages. Additionally, the district faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 21.1% across all schools, as well as disparities in funding and resources, with spending per student ranging from $11,209 at Prairie Queen Elementary to $16,935 at Carriage Hill Elementary School. Addressing these issues could be crucial for ensuring all students in Papillion have access to a high-quality education.
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