Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Falling Waters Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falling Waters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Falling Waters Elementary School's student population of 507 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Falling Waters Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falling Waters Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#230 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falling Waters Elementary School's ranking?
Falling Waters Elementary School is ranked #230 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Falling Waters Elementary School?
507 students attend Falling Waters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Falling Waters Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falling Waters Elementary School?
Falling Waters Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Falling Waters Elementary School offer ?
Falling Waters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Falling Waters Elementary School part of?
Falling Waters Elementary School is part of Gretna Public Schools School District.
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