Willowdale Elementary School serves 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Willowdale Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willowdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willowdale Elementary School's student population of 507 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willowdale Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Willowdale Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
75%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willowdale Elementary School's ranking?
Willowdale Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 902 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Willowdale Elementary School?
507 students attend Willowdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Willowdale Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willowdale Elementary School?
Willowdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willowdale Elementary School offer ?
Willowdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Willowdale Elementary School part of?
Willowdale Elementary School is part of Millard Public Schools School District.
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