Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: West Bay Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Bay Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Bay Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#16 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Bay Elementary School's ranking?
West Bay Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are West Bay Elementary School often compared to?
West Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend West Bay Elementary School?
405 students attend West Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of West Bay Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bay Elementary School?
West Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Bay Elementary School offer ?
West Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bay Elementary School part of?
West Bay Elementary School is part of Elkhorn School District.
In what neighborhood is West Bay Elementary School located?
West Bay 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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