ELEMENTARY AT BENNET

ELEMENTARY AT BENNET is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PALMYRA DISTRICT O R 1 school district, located in BENNET, NE with about 354 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, ELEMENTARY AT BENNET has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

**ELEMENTARY AT BENNET** is a public school located in the small village of Bennet, Nebraska, serving students in the Bennet and Palmyra area. As part of the Palmyra District OR-1, the school focuses on providing a supportive, community-centered environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social development, and personal growth for students in their early elementary years.

The school is known for its close-knit atmosphere, which allows for smaller class sizes and a more personalized approach to education. By leveraging the benefits of a rural setting, the school prioritizes strong communication between teachers, parents, and the local community to foster an engaging learning experience. With a commitment to preparing students for future academic success, ELEMENTARY AT BENNET focuses on both core curriculum standards and the development of strong character traits.

For more information, contact ELEMENTARY AT BENNET at (402) 782-3535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

50 DOGWOOD
BENNET, NE 68317-2029
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ELEMENTARY AT BENNET is a public Title I school in BENNET, NE with about 354 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
354
Teachers:
26
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 354 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ELEMENTARY AT BENNET is predominantly White, representing about 95% of the student body.

White
94.6%
Hispanic/Latino
1.7%
Black or African American
1.7%
Asian
0.8%
Two or more races
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.