Very Good
#23 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 15% of private schools
Prairie Hill Learning Center
Elementary School
17705 S 12TH ST, Roca, NE 68430
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#23 of 143
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Prairie Hill Learning Center
Elementary School in Roca · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie Hill Learning Center
Prairie Hill Learning Center is a private elementary school in Roca, NE. Prairie Hill Learning Center serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Hill Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Prairie Hill Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Prairie Hill Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Prairie Hill Learning Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NE.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
17705 S 12TH ST, Roca, NE 68430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Hill Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYSONG ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Firth), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Roca, see our Roca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 6.9 mi | 8.2 |
| NORRIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Firth | 6.2 mi | 6.1 |
| BERNIKLAU EDUCATION SOLUTIONS TEAM Lincoln | 6.0 mi | — |
| SOUTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln | 7.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CAVETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 6.9 mi | 8.2 |
| NORRIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Firth | 6.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln | 7.2 mi | 7.5 |
| NORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Firth | 6.4 mi | 8.3 |
| NORRIS HIGH SCHOOL Firth | 6.5 mi | 6.1 |
| WYSONG ELEMENTARY Lincoln | 7.4 mi | 8.6 |
| HUMANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 8.0 mi | 8.0 |
| HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 8.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln | 7.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MOORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln | 8.2 mi | 8.0 |
| POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln | 9.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MARK EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lincoln | 9.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ZEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 9.3 mi | 6.1 |
| BEATTIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 9.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ROUSSEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 9.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,458
Median Home Value
$443,000
Median Rent
$861/mo
Population
1,661
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
95.8%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
0.1%
Median Age
46.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCADIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Arcadia, NE | 7.5 |
| BRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brady, NE | 7.7 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crete, NE | 7.7 |
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT ELEM/BRUNING Bruning, NE | 7.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL York, NE | 7.4 |
| CHAMBERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chambers, NE | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Hill Learning Center
What grades does Prairie Hill Learning Center serve?
Prairie Hill Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Prairie Hill Learning Center?
Prairie Hill Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Hill Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Hill Learning Center is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Prairie Hill Learning Center rank in NE?
Prairie Hill Learning Center ranks #23 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is Prairie Hill Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Hill Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Prairie Hill Learning Center a private school?
Yes, Prairie Hill Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Prairie Hill Learning Center a religious school?
No, Prairie Hill Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Gender Split
- 33% M / 67% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (402) 438-6668
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