Serving 238 students in grades 4-6, West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Sidney, NE school district, encompassing approximately 287.8 square miles. Families typically experience a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 238 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Confident and Powerful Learners.
School Rankings
West 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 West Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#531 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #531 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
238 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Sidney School District.
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