Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cottonwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cottonwood Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The Cottonwood Elementary community ensures that each student achieves their personal and academic best through innovative educational experiences that cultivate critical thinkers and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Cottonwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottonwood Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood Elementary School's ranking?
Cottonwood Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Cottonwood Elementary School often compared to?
Cottonwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldrich Elementary School, Grace Abbott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Elementary School?
323 students attend Cottonwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cottonwood Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cottonwood Elementary School?
Cottonwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Elementary School offer ?
Cottonwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood Elementary School part of?
Cottonwood Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Cottonwood Elementary School located?
Cottonwood Elementary School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
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