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Westward Elementary School

500 West 8Th St, Neligh, NE 68756, United States

+1 (402) 887-4754

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Westward Elementary School Overview

About This School

Westward Elementary School is a public elementary in Neligh, Nebraska, serving 115 students in grades PK-K2. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1, supported by a staff of 8 teachers with an average salary of $59,042. Additionally, the school provides counseling services at a ratio of 115 students per counselor. Students at Westward Elementary School represent a diverse demographic, with a population that is 94% White, 4% Hispanic, and 1% identifying as two or more races. The student body is nearly evenly split by gender, consisting of 51% male and 49% female students.

115

Total Students

PK-K2

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

8 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-K2

County

Antelope County

Students per Counselor

115:1

Westward Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

City Avg: 42%State Avg: 48%

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Mathematics

City Avg: 40%State Avg: 47%

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Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 10.7:1

State Avg: 14.2:1

115

Students per Counselor

Westward Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$59,042

City Avg: $59,042

State Avg: $59,759

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor115:1

Westward Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.3%

Male

48.7%

Female

Total Enrollment: 115 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White93.91%

Hispanic4.35%

Asian0%

Black0%

Two or More Races0.87%

Native American0.87%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Westward Elementary School

Q: What is Westward Elementary School?

A: Westward Elementary School is a elementary public located in Neligh.

Q: How many students attend Westward Elementary School?

A: Westward Elementary School has approximately 115 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Westward Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Westward Elementary School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Westward Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Westward Elementary School - Neligh, NE

Quick Facts about Westward Elementary School
School Name	Westward Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-K2
Location	500 West 8Th St, Neligh, NE 68756, Neligh, NE
County	Antelope County
Phone	+1 (402) 887-4754
Total Students	115
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	8
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Westward Elementary School

What is Westward Elementary School?

Westward Elementary School is a elementary public located in Neligh.

How many students attend Westward Elementary School?

Westward Elementary School has approximately 115 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westward Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westward Elementary School is 13:1.

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