Elementary Schools in Alma Public Schools

Alma Public Schools in Nebraska has one elementary school, Alma Elementary At Alma, which serves grades PK-6 and has a total enrollment of 192 students. This school appears to be a relatively strong-performing institution within the district, with test scores generally above the district and state averages, particularly in 5th and 6th grade. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated between 169th and 201st out of over 450 Nebraska elementary schools in recent years, placing it in the top half of the state.

Alma Elementary At Alma has a chronic absenteeism rate of 21.1%, which is lower than the state average. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9.6, which could contribute to its academic performance. However, 39.06% of students at the school receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. It will be important to monitor whether these students are achieving at the same level as their peers.

Overall, Alma Public Schools appears to have a strong-performing elementary school, with Alma Elementary At Alma consistently outperforming the district and state averages in most grade levels for both English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school's high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio suggest it is well-resourced, which likely contributes to its academic success. However, the school's fluctuating statewide ranking and potential equity concerns warrant further exploration to ensure the school is meeting the needs of all its students.