Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lincoln Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lincoln Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#804 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
40%
21%
Black
11%
7%
White
34%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
West Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #804 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend West Lincoln Elementary School?
487 students attend West Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of West Lincoln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lincoln Elementary School?
West Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
West Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Lincoln Elementary School part of?
West Lincoln Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is West Lincoln Elementary School located?
West Lincoln Elementary School is located in the West Lincoln neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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