West Ward Elementary School serves 98 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Minority enrollment was 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
98 students
Showing 1995–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
8 teachers
Showing 1994–2003. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 1994–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
7%
White
87%
61%
Showing 1995–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1995–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Showing 1995–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Ward Elementary School?
98 students attend West Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Ward Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does West Ward Elementary School offer ?
West Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is West Ward Elementary School part of?
West Ward Elementary School is part of MC Cook Public Schools.
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