Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whitetail Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitetail Creek Elementary serves the northern part of Gretna, NE, covering an area of approximately 24.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitetail Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitetail Creek Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings
Whitetail Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitetail Creek Elementary School is 0.32, which is less 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
#140 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
6%
3%
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Hispanic
5%
23%
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Black
1%
7%
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White
82%
61%
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitetail Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Whitetail Creek Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Whitetail Creek Elementary School?
481 students attend Whitetail Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Whitetail Creek Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitetail Creek Elementary School?
Whitetail Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whitetail Creek Elementary School offer ?
Whitetail Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitetail Creek Elementary School part of?
Whitetail Creek Elementary School is part of Gretna School District.
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