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#351 of 967 schools in NE

Top 36% in state

Prairie Queen Elementary

Elementary School · PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

10520 S 123RD AVENUE, Papillion, NE 68046

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#351 of 967

In Papillion

#5 of 15

public schools

In district

#6 of 22

PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Prairie Queen Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary School in Papillion · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Prairie Queen Elementary

Prairie Queen Elementary is a public elementary school in Papillion, NE, part of PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Prairie Queen Elementary serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Queen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #351 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Prairie Queen Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-2.65 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+24.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,422
Chronic Absenteeism4.9%

Prairie Queen Elementary — Students at Prairie Queen Elementary score 72% 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

9.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
72%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Prairie Queen Elementary Compares

See how Prairie Queen Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in NE
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.9%

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

10520 S 123RD AVENUE, Papillion, NE 68046

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prairie Queen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HITCHCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALNUT CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Papillion, see our Papillion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.0 mi 8.5
ASHBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion 1.4 mi 7.9
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Papillion 1.5 mi 6.7
PAPILLION LA VISTA SOUTH HS Papillion 1.6 mi 6.5
SWORD OF THE SPIRIT ELEMENTARY-HIGH SCHOOL Papillion 2.4 mi 7.6
HOLLING HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL Omaha 2.9 mi 6.2
SANDOZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 3.0 mi 5.3
PORTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL La Vista 2.7 mi 8.1
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Omaha 3.0 mi
PATRIOT ELEMENTARY Papillion 2.8 mi 6.4
NORMAN ROCKWELL ELEM SCHOOL Omaha 3.2 mi 4.6
WALT DISNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 3.3 mi 6.1
NORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 3.5 mi 5.5
HITCHCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 3.4 mi 8.7
HEARTLAND SCHOOL Omaha 3.5 mi 6.2
MILLARD CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 3.9 mi 3.6
WALNUT CREEK ELEMENTARY Papillion 3.1 mi 8.2
TRUMBLE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion 3.1 mi 6.1
NEIHARDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 3.5 mi 3.9
BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 4.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,708

Median Home Value

$331,800

Median Rent

$1,252/mo

Population

34,110

College Educated

50%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prairie Queen Elementary

What grades does Prairie Queen Elementary serve?

Prairie Queen Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Prairie Queen Elementary?

Prairie Queen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Queen Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Queen Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prairie Queen Elementary rank in NE?

Prairie Queen Elementary ranks #351 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Prairie Queen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Prairie Queen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Prairie Queen Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Queen Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Prairie Queen Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Prairie Queen Elementary a Title I school?

No, Prairie Queen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Queen Elementary?

9.4% of students at Prairie Queen 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sarpy County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.9%

District

PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
12,039
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,422
District Rank
#6 of 22

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