Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benson 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 16% (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 74% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benson West Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Benson 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 Benson West Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#853 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
19%
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
31%
7%
White
26%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Benson West Elementary School's ranking?
Benson West Elementary School is ranked #853 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Benson West Elementary School often compared to?
Benson West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Ryan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% 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 Benson West Elementary School?
307 students attend Benson West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Benson West Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benson West Elementary School?
Benson West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benson West Elementary School offer ?
Benson West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson West Elementary School part of?
Benson West Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Benson West Elementary School located?
Benson West Elementary School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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