Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norwood Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower 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 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Norwood Park Elementary School, located in the northeast part of Lincoln, NE, serves an attendance zone that covers approximately 7.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most residing within 1.8 miles of its boundaries.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwood Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norwood Park Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Rankings
Norwood Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwood Park Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#555 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
23%
Black
8%
7%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood Park Elementary School's ranking?
Norwood Park Elementary School is ranked #555 out of 901 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?
50-54% 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 Norwood Park Elementary School?
251 students attend Norwood Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Norwood Park Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwood Park Elementary School?
Norwood Park Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norwood Park Elementary School offer ?
Norwood Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwood Park Elementary School part of?
Norwood Park Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Norwood Park Elementary School located?
Norwood Park Elementary School is located in the Norwood Park neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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