Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Lawn 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Lawn Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
West Lawn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lawn Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#873 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
67%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
28%
61%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 West Lawn Elementary School's ranking?
West Lawn Elementary School is ranked #873 out of 901 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend West Lawn Elementary School?
338 students attend West Lawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of West Lawn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lawn Elementary School?
West Lawn Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Lawn Elementary School offer ?
West Lawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lawn Elementary School part of?
West Lawn Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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