Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Lincoln 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 40% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lincoln Elementary School serves the northwest part of Lincoln, NE, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.2 miles, reaching up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Lincoln 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 Lincoln Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#809 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
West Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #809 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend West Lincoln Elementary School?
463 students attend West Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of West Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lincoln Elementary School?
West Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
West Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lincoln Elementary School part of?
West Lincoln Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is West Lincoln Elementary School located?
West Lincoln Elementary School is located in the West Lincoln neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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