Needs Improvement
#876 of 967 schools in NE
Little Panthers Preschool
School · NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
2500 W NORFOLK AVE, Norfolk, NE 68701
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Norfolk. Learn more
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#876 of 967
In Norfolk
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#11 of 11
NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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About Little Panthers Preschool
Little Panthers Preschool is a public school in Norfolk, NE, part of NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Little Panthers Preschool serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Panthers Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #876 of 967 schools in NE.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- NE avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Little Panthers Preschool runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Little Panthers Preschool Compares
See how Little Panthers Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2500 W NORFOLK AVE, Norfolk, NE 68701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Panthers Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUTHERAN HIGH NORTHEAST (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORFOLK CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| NORFOLK CATHOLIC ELEM. Norfolk | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| GRANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH NORTHEAST Norfolk | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| NORFOLK JR HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| NORFOLK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hadar | 2.0 mi | — |
| NORFOLK MIDDLE SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WOODLAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCH Norfolk | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Battle Creek | 8.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BATTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Battle Creek | 8.3 mi | 6.2 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoskins | 8.8 mi | — |
| BATTLE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Battle Creek | 8.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,862
Median Home Value
$200,400
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
31,172
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
13.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
37.8
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Panthers Preschool
What grades does Little Panthers Preschool serve?
Little Panthers Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Little Panthers Preschool?
Little Panthers Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Panthers Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Panthers Preschool is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Little Panthers Preschool rank in NE?
Little Panthers Preschool ranks #876 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Little Panthers Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Panthers Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Little Panthers Preschool a charter school?
No, Little Panthers Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Little Panthers Preschool a Title I school?
No, Little Panthers Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Panthers Preschool?
57.4% of students at Little Panthers Preschool qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (402) 644-2500
Resources & Links
District
NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 4,541
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,425
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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