Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Westside Elementary School ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside Elementary School's student population of 194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Westside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#371 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
43%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Elementary School's ranking?
Westside Elementary School is ranked #371 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Westside Elementary School often compared to?
Westside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bel Air Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Westside Elementary School?
194 students attend Westside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Westside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Elementary School?
Westside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westside Elementary School offer ?
Westside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westside Elementary School part of?
Westside Elementary School is part of Norfolk School District.
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