Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Dodge Station Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than 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 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Dodge Station Elementary serves the southeast area of Elkhorn, NE, encompassing approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Dodge Station 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 Dodge Station Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
to empower EVERYONE to reach his or her full potential.
School Rankings
West Dodge Station Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Dodge Station 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
#7 out of 901 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Dodge Station Elementary School's ranking?
West Dodge Station Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are West Dodge Station Elementary School often compared to?
West Dodge Station Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline Elementary School, Hillrise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend West Dodge Station Elementary School?
434 students attend West Dodge Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of West Dodge Station Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Dodge Station Elementary School?
West Dodge Station Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Dodge Station Elementary School offer ?
West Dodge Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Dodge Station Elementary School part of?
West Dodge Station Elementary School is part of Elkhorn School District.
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