Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Woodland Park 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodland Park Elementary School serves the southeastern part of its district in Norfolk, NE, covering an area of approximately 43.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Woodland Park Elementary School's student population of 182 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Woodland Park 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 Woodland Park Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#438 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
80%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Woodland Park Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Woodland Park Elementary School?
182 students attend Woodland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Woodland Park Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland Park Elementary School?
Woodland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Woodland Park Elementary School offer ?
Woodland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodland Park Elementary School part of?
Woodland Park Elementary School is part of Norfolk School District.
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