Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westridge 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
Westridge Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Westridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westridge Elementary School is 0.37, which is less 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
#12 out of 902 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
79%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Westridge Elementary School's ranking?
Westridge Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Westridge Elementary School often compared to?
Westridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillrise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Westridge Elementary School?
373 students attend Westridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Westridge Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westridge Elementary School?
Westridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westridge Elementary School offer ?
Westridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westridge Elementary School part of?
Westridge Elementary School is part of Elkhorn School District.
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