Benson West Elementary School serves 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Benson West Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benson West Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benson West Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Benson West Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#849 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
26%
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
33%
7%
White
22%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson West Elementary School's ranking?
Benson West Elementary School is ranked #849 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Benson West Elementary School?
419 students attend Benson West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Benson West Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benson West Elementary School?
Benson West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benson West Elementary School offer ?
Benson West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benson West Elementary School part of?
Benson West Elementary School is part of Omaha Public Schools School District.
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