COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the MILLARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in OMAHA, NE with about 375 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 20 teachers, COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 615 Piedmont Dr in Omaha, Nebraska, is a well-established institution within the Westside Community Schools district. Serving a diverse student body from kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is known for its focus on cultivating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The campus is centrally located in the District 66 area, serving as a pillar for families who value academic rigor alongside a strong emphasis on social-emotional development and community engagement.
The school is characterized by its dedication to providing a well-rounded education, often utilizing a collaborative approach between teachers, parents, and administrators to ensure student success. Cottonwood is frequently highlighted for its commitment to small-group instruction and personalized learning strategies, which allow educators to address the unique needs of individual students. With a curriculum that balances traditional core subjects with enriching extracurricular opportunities, Cottonwood Elementary strives to prepare its students for the challenges of middle school and beyond while fostering a lifelong love of learning.
For more information, contact COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 715-1390 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
OMAHA, NE 68154-2731
(402) 715-1390
COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in OMAHA, NE with about 375 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- MILLARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 375
- Teachers:
- 20.11
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 375 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.
- White
- 79.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.9%
- Two or more races
- 4.5%
- Asian
- 3.2%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 45.3%
- Male
- 54.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.