Excellent
#47 of 967 schools in NE
Top 5% in state
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt
Elementary School · BRUNING-DAVENPORT UNIFIED SYS
106 N JUNIPER AVE PO BOX 190, Davenport, NE 68335
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
2nd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#47 of 967
In Davenport
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
BRUNING-DAVENPORT UNIFIED SYS
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt
Elementary School in Davenport · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is a public elementary school in Davenport, NE, part of BRUNING-DAVENPORT UNIFIED SYS. Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt — Students at Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt Compares
See how Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
106 N JUNIPER AVE PO BOX 190, Davenport, NE 68335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THAYER CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Hebron), with a very similar rating. Another option is SHICKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Shickley), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FILLMORE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Geneva), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Davenport, see our Davenport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT MIDDLE SCH Davenport | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SHICKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shickley | 8.6 mi | 8.5 |
| SHICKLEY HIGH SCHOOL Shickley | 8.6 mi | 6.2 |
| DESHLER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Deshler | 12.7 mi | 5.1 |
| DESHLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deshler | 13.2 mi | 6.9 |
| DESHLER HIGH SCHOOL Deshler | 13.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT HIGH SCHOOL Bruning | 13.1 mi | 8.7 |
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT ELEM/BRUNING Bruning | 13.1 mi | 7.4 |
| THAYER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Hebron | 15.5 mi | 8.3 |
| THAYER CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Hebron | 15.6 mi | 9.0 |
| SANDY CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield | 15.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SANDY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairfield | 15.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SANDY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairfield | 15.2 mi | 5.9 |
| LAWRENCE/NELSON HIGH SCH Nelson | 16.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LAWRENCE - NELSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Nelson | 16.1 mi | 2.8 |
| FILLMORE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Geneva | 19.0 mi | 7.5 |
| FILLMORE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Geneva | 18.8 mi | 7.9 |
| SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sutton | 21.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SUTTON SECONDARY SCHOOL Sutton | 21.2 mi | 8.3 |
| SUPERIOR SR HIGH SCHOOL Superior | 24.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,313
Median Home Value
$87,400
Median Rent
$678/mo
Population
466
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
14.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
48.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY - SPALDING Spalding, NE | 8.6 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT Dwight, NE | 9.4 |
| ARTHUR COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Arthur, NE | 8.2 |
| BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (LYNCH) Lynch, NE | 9.8 |
| LOUP COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Taylor, NE | 9.8 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wayne, NE | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt
What grades does Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt serve?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.
How many students attend Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
The student-teacher ratio at Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt rank in NE?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt ranks #47 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt's MySchoolScout rating?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt a charter school?
No, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt a Title I school?
No, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
32.5% of students at Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Thayer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.5%
- Phone
- (402) 364-2225
Resources & Links
District
BRUNING-DAVENPORT UNIFIED SYS- District Enrollment
- 181
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,045
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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