PORTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PORTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS school district, located in LA VISTA, NE with about 431 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 28 teachers, PORTAL 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.
PORTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 9920 Brentwood Dr in La Vista, Nebraska, is a core institution within the Papillion La Vista Community School District. Serving students in the suburban La Vista area, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic development and fostering a supportive, community-centered environment. The school prioritizes a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on foundational learning skills while encouraging social-emotional growth among its diverse student body.
As part of a district known for its emphasis on educational technology and professional excellence, Portal Elementary benefits from modern resources and a collaborative teaching staff. The school maintains a strong partnership with local families, hosting various events and programs designed to promote parent involvement and school spirit. With a mission rooted in preparing students for middle school success, Portal Elementary strives to provide a safe, inclusive, and challenging environment that meets the individual needs of every child.
For more information, contact PORTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 898-0425 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
LA VISTA, NE 68128-4240
(402) 898-0425
PORTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in LA VISTA, NE with about 431 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:
- 431
- Teachers:
- 28.85
- 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 431 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PORTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 77.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.6%
- Two or more races
- 5.8%
- Black or African American
- 4.2%
- Asian
- 2.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 45.9%
- Male
- 54.1%
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.