Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, La Vista West 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Vista West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Vista West Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Vista West 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 La Vista West Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
22%
Black
10%
7%
White
40%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Vista West Elementary School's ranking?
La Vista West Elementary School is ranked #702 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are La Vista West Elementary School often compared to?
La Vista West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G Stanley Hall Elementary School, Walnut Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend La Vista West Elementary School?
306 students attend La Vista West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of La Vista West Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Vista West Elementary School?
La Vista West Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does La Vista West Elementary School offer ?
La Vista West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Vista West Elementary School part of?
La Vista West Elementary School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District.
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