Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Douglas Co West Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas Co West Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Valley, NE, covering approximately 57.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.6 miles and the furthest edge located 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Co West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Douglas Co West Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Douglas Co West Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Co West Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Co West Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Co West Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Douglas Co West Elementary School?
537 students attend Douglas Co West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Douglas Co West Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Co West Elementary School?
Douglas Co West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Co West Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Co West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Co West Elementary School part of?
Douglas Co West Elementary School is part of Douglas Co West Community Schools.
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