Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westgate 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westgate Elementary School's student population of 304 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Westgate Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westgate Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
19%
7%
White
51%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westgate Elementary School's ranking?
Westgate Elementary School is ranked #702 out of 902 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Westgate Elementary School?
304 students attend Westgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Westgate Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westgate Elementary School?
Westgate Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westgate Elementary School offer ?
Westgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westgate Elementary School part of?
Westgate Elementary School is part of Westside Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Westgate Elementary School located?
Westgate Elementary School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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