Serving 38 students in grades 2-4, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt 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 ≥80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt's student population of 38 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#75 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
92%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt's ranking?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is ranked #75 out of 901 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?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
38 students attend Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt offer ?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt part of?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is part of Bruning-Davenport Unified Sys School District.
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