Serving 52 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elementary School At Dwight ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Elementary School at Dwight covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 290.4 square miles around Dwight, NE. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary School At Dwight ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elementary School At Dwight's student population of 52 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elementary School At Dwight ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elementary School At Dwight is 0.00, 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
#48 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1992–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted5.8%
21.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tiger Colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elementary School At Dwight's ranking?
Elementary School At Dwight is ranked #48 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elementary School At Dwight?
52 students attend Elementary School At Dwight.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elementary School At Dwight students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elementary School At Dwight?
Elementary School At Dwight has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elementary School At Dwight offer ?
Elementary School At Dwight offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary School At Dwight part of?
Elementary School At Dwight is part of East Butler School District.
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