What grades does PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

As a Primary school, PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves students in LINCOLN, NE. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

You can find PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in LINCOLN, NE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

At PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, there are approximately 11.5 students for every teacher.

What schools are in LINCOLN, NE?

PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is among the schools serving LINCOLN, NE. The school is part of the local school system.

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Pershing Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

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LINCOLN, NE 68507

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

436

Student:Teacher

11.5:1

Locale

Urban

District

LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Econ. Disadvantaged

77.8%

Phone

(402)436-1160

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

50-54%

Chronic Absenteeism

9.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

17 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.9:1

Near average in NE

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

395

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

35.29

94% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.60000002

Social Workers

0.60000002

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,573

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,619

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,200

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 29%Local 61%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$293,543

+4.3% 1yr+33.9% 5yr

Lincoln, NE metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.6%

Below 150% poverty line

3.1%

Unemployment rate

6.6%

Uninsured residents

6.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

7,396

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

6,692

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,010 (30%)

Other Health Impairment

1,034 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

888 (13%)

Autism

819 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

647 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

310 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

421

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Coming Up

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Pershing Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	5th Grade MAP Testing - ReadingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	4th Grade MAP Testing - MathDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for testing dates and any required preparation materials.	exam	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	3rd Grade MAP Reading TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	5th Map Reading testingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	LABOR DAY: School NOT in SessionDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Teacher Plan day- No schoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	5th Grade MAP Reading TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Day 4	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Day 1	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Day 2	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Day 3	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Day 4	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	Day 1	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Day 2	Event	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Day 3	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Day 4	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Fall Festival Check the event notice for time, location, and activity details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Day 1	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Day 2	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Last day of 1st quarter	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Day 3	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Pershing Pride	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	LPS quarter break	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Fall Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	No School District Prof Day	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	Day 4	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	First day of 2nd quarter	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Day 1	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Day 2	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Day 3	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Day 4	Event	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	Day 1	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Day 2	Event	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	Day 3	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Day 4	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Picture Retakes	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	3rd Grade Morrill Hall (2 Classrooms)	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	3rd Grade Morrill Hall Review the event notice for details and participation information.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	School Closed Bldg Prof Day	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Music Concert During Day	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Music Concert Check the concert notice for performance time and ticket details.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Last day of 2nd quarter	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Pershing Pride	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	LPS semester break	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	K-5 Comp Day No School	Event	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	First day of 3rd quarter	Event	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Parent Conferences Review the school calendar for conference dates and scheduling information.	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	Parent Conferences Review the school calendar for conference dates and scheduling information.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	4th Grade Cunningham School (Teacher TBD) Review the assignment notice for classroom and instructor information.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	4th Grade Cunningham School (Teacher TBD) Review the assignment notice for classroom and instructor information.	Event	—
Tue, Feb 9, 2027	4th Grade Cunningham School (Teacher TBD) Review the assignment notice for classroom and instructor information.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	4th Grade Cunningham School (Teacher TBD) Review the assignment notice for classroom and instructor information.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Friendship Day	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	District Professional Learning Day School Closed	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Last day of 3rd quarter	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Pershing Pride	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	LPS quarter break	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	First day of 4th quarter	Event	—
Thu, Apr 1, 2027	60 Minutes Around The World	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day)	Event	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	Lincoln Children's Museum K	Event	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Spring Concert Check the concert notice for performance details, times, and ticket information.	Event	—
Thu, Apr 29, 2027	Musical 3rd, 4th, 5th	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	School Closed	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Lincoln Children's Zoo 2nd Grade	Event	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Zoo EL	Event	—
Sat, May 8, 2027	Color Run Review the event notice for participation details and registration.	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	School Picnic Review the event notice for date, time and location details.	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Pershing Pride	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Yankee Hill Education Center Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Field Day Check the event notice for schedule, activities and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Independence Academy Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Last day of classes Review the calendar for the exact date and any related events.	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Bryan Community Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	North Star High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Northwest High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Southeast High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sat, May 22, 2027	Northeast High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	Southwest High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	Standing Bear High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—
Sun, May 23, 2027	East High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pershing Elementary School

PERSHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a total enrollment of 436 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in LINCOLN, NE.