Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Portal Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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-6
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portal 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
Portal Elementary School's student population of 455 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portal Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portal Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#83 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
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 Portal Elementary School's ranking?
Portal Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Portal Elementary School?
455 students attend Portal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Portal Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portal Elementary School?
Portal Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Portal Elementary School offer ?
Portal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Portal Elementary School part of?
Portal Elementary School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District.
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