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Tryon Elementary
Elementary School · MC PHERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
625 ANDERSON ST PO BOX 38, Tryon, NE 69167
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Tryon Elementary
Tryon Elementary is a public elementary school in Tryon, NE, part of the MC PHERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1. Students demonstrate 35% proficiency in math and 41% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,750, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Tryon Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1, Tryon Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Tryon Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Address
- 625 ANDERSON ST PO BOX 38, Tryon, NE 69167
- Phone
- (308) 587-2262
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 49.5% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 49.5% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
625 ANDERSON ST PO BOX 38, Tryon, NE 69167
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tryon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HERSHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 27.5 miles away, in nearby Hershey). Another option is EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 30.0 miles away, in nearby North Platte). Additionally, MC DAID ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 31.1 miles away, in nearby North Platte). For more schools in Tryon, see our Tryon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MC PHERSON COUNTY SECONDARY SCHOOL Tryon | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| HERSHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hershey | 27.5 mi | 8.1 |
| HERSHEY HIGH SCHOOL Hershey | 27.5 mi | 7.6 |
| SUTHERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sutherland | 28.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SUTHERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Sutherland | 28.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BUFFALO EARLY LEARNING CENTER North Platte | 28.9 mi | 5.7 |
| MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL North Platte | 29.3 mi | 6.5 |
| EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte | 30.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte | 30.0 mi | 3.0 |
| STAPLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stapleton | 23.5 mi | 5.8 |
| STAPLETON HIGH SCHOOL Stapleton | 23.5 mi | 5.4 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte | 29.9 mi | 3.8 |
| NORTH PLATTE HIGH SCHOOL North Platte | 30.3 mi | 4.0 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte | 30.3 mi | 3.7 |
| MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte | 30.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL North Platte | 31.0 mi | 6.3 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte | 30.7 mi | 2.8 |
| ST PATRICK JR SR HIGH SCHOOL North Platte | 31.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PATRICK HIGH SCHOOL North Platte | 31.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MC DAID ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Platte | 31.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 69167 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,750
Median Home Value
$110,600
Median Rent
$653/mo
Population
372
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
69%
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
47.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Tryon Elementary has a median household income of $58,750. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $110,600, with a median rent of $653/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tryon Elementary
What grades does Tryon Elementary serve?
Tryon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Tryon Elementary?
Tryon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tryon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tryon Elementary is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Tryon Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tryon Elementary has 34.8% math proficiency and 41.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Tryon Elementary a charter school?
No, Tryon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tryon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tryon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McPherson County
- Phone
- (308) 587-2262
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MC PHERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 52
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $41,788
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