Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harvest Hills 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvest Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harvest Hills Elementary School's student population of 417 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harvest Hills 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 Harvest Hills Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#91 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
36%
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 Harvest Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Harvest Hills Elementary School is ranked #91 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Harvest Hills Elementary School?
417 students attend Harvest Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harvest Hills Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harvest Hills Elementary School?
Harvest Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harvest Hills Elementary School offer ?
Harvest Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harvest Hills Elementary School part of?
Harvest Hills Elementary School is part of Gretna School District.
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