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#85 of 967 schools in NE

Top 9% in state

Pine Creek Elementary

Elementary School · BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

7801 N HWS CLEVELAND BLVD PO BOX 309, Bennington, NE 68007

Enrollment

545

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#85 of 967

In Bennington

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Pine Creek Elementary

8.6/10

Elementary School in Bennington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pine Creek Elementary

Pine Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Bennington, NE, part of BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Pine Creek Elementary serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Creek Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+26.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,340
Chronic Absenteeism4.6%

Pine Creek Elementary — Students at Pine Creek Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 84.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
73%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Pine Creek Elementary Compares

See how Pine Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
91th percentile in NE
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7801 N HWS CLEVELAND BLVD PO BOX 309, Bennington, NE 68007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANCHOR POINTE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bennington, see our Bennington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Bennington 0.5 mi
LEGACY PRIMARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.7 mi 5.3
ANCHOR POINTE ELEMENTARY Bennington 0.7 mi 8.2
STRATFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington 1.2 mi 4.9
BENNINGTON SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Bennington 1.5 mi 5.8
CONCORDIA JR.-SR. HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 7.3
HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Bennington 1.6 mi 4.7
SADDLEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.7 mi 5.8
STANDING BEAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.2 mi 7.6
BENNINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bennington 2.4 mi 8.8
SAGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.2 mi 7.7
BENNINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Bennington 2.5 mi 7.1
ELKHORN NORTH RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Elkhorn 2.0 mi 8.1
BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington 2.5 mi 8.9
ELKHORN GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 2.4 mi 7.8
WOODBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn 2.2 mi 6.9
ELKHORN NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 2.5 mi 6.7
ALICE BUFFETT MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 2.6 mi 3.3
FULLERTON MAGNET CENTER Omaha 2.8 mi 5.0
MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 3.3 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,767

Median Home Value

$369,900

Median Rent

$1,581/mo

Population

18,360

College Educated

58%

Homeownership

92%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

34.8

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School Rating
FALLING WATERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gretna, NE 8.6
PALISADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gretna, NE 8.6
WYSONG ELEMENTARY Lincoln, NE 8.6
ARBOR VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn, NE 8.7
AURORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aurora, NE 8.7
MORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington, NE 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Creek Elementary

What grades does Pine Creek Elementary serve?

Pine Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pine Creek Elementary?

Pine Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Creek Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Creek Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Creek Elementary rank in NE?

Pine Creek Elementary ranks #85 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Pine Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Pine Creek Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Creek Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pine Creek Elementary a charter school?

No, Pine Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pine Creek Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pine Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Creek Elementary?

8.6% of students at Pine Creek Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.6%

District

BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
4,285
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,340
District Rank
#3 of 8

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