WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in NORFOLK, NE with about 225 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 1703 Philip Ave in Norfolk, Nebraska, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Norfolk Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes student growth, literacy, and core educational standards. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while promoting the values of a close-knit community.
Beyond its academic offerings, Westside Elementary is known for its dedication to building positive character traits and collaborative relationships among students, staff, and families. The school environment is designed to be inclusive and engaging, providing various resources and support systems to meet the diverse needs of its student body. As a key part of the Norfolk community, Westside plays a significant role in nurturing the social and intellectual development of its children from the early elementary years through their transition to middle school.
For more information, contact WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 644-2561 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NORFOLK, NE 68702-0139
(402) 644-2561
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in NORFOLK, NE with about 225 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 225
- Teachers:
- 17.12
- 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
- Title I schoolwide 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 225 students
- White
- 50.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 33.8%
- Two or more races
- 10.2%
- Black or African American
- 1.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.8%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- Female
- 46.2%
- Male
- 53.8%
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.