PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
317 Students
Elementary School 4th - 5th
School Overview
Pershing Elementary School, located at 1104 N Tyler in Lexington, Nebraska, is a public educational institution serving the local community as part of the Lexington Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the foundational skills necessary for students to succeed as they transition into middle school. By prioritizing a student-centered approach, the school aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where children from diverse backgrounds can thrive and build a strong educational foundation.
As a core part of the Lexington community, Pershing Elementary focuses on balancing rigorous academic standards with the personal needs of its student body. The school typically engages in initiatives that promote literacy, numeracy, and character development, while often providing resources to support the specific linguistic and cultural needs of its population. Through the collaboration of dedicated faculty, staff, and involved families, Pershing Elementary strives to prepare its students to become productive, engaged, and lifelong learners within their community and beyond.
As a core part of the Lexington community, Pershing Elementary focuses on balancing rigorous academic standards with the personal needs of its student body. The school typically engages in initiatives that promote literacy, numeracy, and character development, while often providing resources to support the specific linguistic and cultural needs of its population. Through the collaboration of dedicated faculty, staff, and involved families, Pershing Elementary strives to prepare its students to become productive, engaged, and lifelong learners within their community and beyond.
317
Total Students
24.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic | 218 |
| Black | 54 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 2 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Hispanic218 (68.8 %)
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Black54 (17.0 %)
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White35 (11.0 %)
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American Indian4 (1.3 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.9 %)
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Two or More2 (0.6 %)
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Asian1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Phone: | (308)324-3765 |
| Grade Range: | 4th - 5th |
| Total Students: | 317 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 24.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 223 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 30 |
Grades Taught
Grade 4
159
Grade 5
158
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 4 | 159 |
| Grade 5 | 158 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 144 | 45.4% |
| Male | 173 | 54.6% |
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