Summary:
The city of Pierce, Nebraska is home to two public schools - Pierce Junior/Senior High School and Pierce Elementary School, both part of the Pierce Public Schools district. The high school is a standout, consistently ranking among the top 25 high schools in Nebraska and maintaining a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating excellent performance.
Academically, both schools excel, with Pierce Junior/Senior High outperforming the state averages in ACT and NSCAS testing, while Pierce Elementary also sees higher proficiency rates than the state in NSCAS English Language Arts and Mathematics. The schools have a predominantly white student population, with over 90% of students identifying as white. Socioeconomically, the free and reduced lunch rates are relatively low, suggesting a higher-than-average community status. The high school spends more per student ($16,838) compared to the elementary school ($14,057), and both maintain manageable student-teacher ratios of 13.8 and 14.5, respectively.
Overall, the Pierce Public Schools district appears to provide a quality education, with the high school standing out as an academic powerhouse. However, the lack of racial diversity in both schools raises questions about inclusivity and representation that could be further explored. The district's focus on secondary education and its ability to maintain small class sizes are also noteworthy strengths that contribute to the schools' success.
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