TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS school district, located in PAPILLION, NE with about 414 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 26 teachers, TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Papillion, Nebraska, is a key institution within the Papillion La Vista Community School District. Serving students in the suburban community of Papillion, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment. It focuses on foundational learning, emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and social development, while preparing students for success as they transition to middle school within the district.
The school community is characterized by a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood. Tara Heights prioritizes a holistic approach to student growth, often incorporating modern educational tools and collaborative learning strategies to meet diverse student needs. As a vital part of the Papillion area, the school is recognized for its commitment to maintaining high academic standards and cultivating a positive, inclusive culture that encourages students to reach their full potential.
For more information, contact TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 898-0445 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
PAPILLION, NE 68046-2134
(402) 898-0445
TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in PAPILLION, NE with about 414 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 414
- Teachers:
- 26.85
- 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 414 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 77.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.1%
- Two or more races
- 6.3%
- Black or African American
- 3.9%
- Asian
- 1.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
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.