Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westbrook 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 15% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westbrook Elementary School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westbrook 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 Westbrook Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#856 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
19%
7%
White
48%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Westbrook Elementary School is ranked #856 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Westbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Westbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Westbrook Elementary School?
549 students attend Westbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Westbrook Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westbrook Elementary School?
Westbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westbrook Elementary School offer ?
Westbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Westbrook Elementary School part of?
Westbrook Elementary School is part of Westside Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Westbrook Elementary School located?
Westbrook Elementary School is located in the Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Omaha.
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