Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cottonwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cottonwood Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cottonwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottonwood Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#166 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
80%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood Elementary School's ranking?
Cottonwood Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Cottonwood Elementary School often compared to?
Cottonwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldrich Elementary School, Grace Abbott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Elementary School?
333 students attend Cottonwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cottonwood Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cottonwood Elementary School?
Cottonwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Elementary School offer ?
Cottonwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cottonwood Elementary School part of?
Cottonwood Elementary School is part of Millard Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cottonwood Elementary School located?
Cottonwood Elementary School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
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