Serving 53 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elementary School At Dwight ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary School At Dwight 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
Elementary School At Dwight's student population of 53 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Elementary School At Dwight ranks within the top 5% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elementary School At Dwight is 0.00, which is less 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
#44 out of 902 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Elementary School At Dwight's ranking?
Elementary School At Dwight is ranked #44 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elementary School At Dwight?
53 students attend Elementary School At Dwight.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elementary School At Dwight students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elementary School At Dwight?
Elementary School At Dwight has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elementary School At Dwight offer ?
Elementary School At Dwight offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary School At Dwight part of?
Elementary School At Dwight is part of East Butler School District.
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