Excellent
#2 of 966 schools in NE
Top 1% 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
9.7
Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
9.7
Grades
2nd – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Davenport
#1 of 2
public schools
Nebraska elementary schools
#2 of 530
In district
#1 of 4
BRUNING-DAVENPORT UNIFIED SYS
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt
Bruning-Davenport Elem/Davenpt is a public elementary school in Davenport, Nebraska, serving grades 2 through 4 with an enrollment of 40 students. The school runs a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, giving each child consistent, close access to instruction. The numbers here are hard to overlook.
MySchoolScout rates the school Exceptional with a composite score of 9.7 out of 10, driven by a 9.4 academic score and a near-perfect 9.9 growth score. That growth figure reflects how much students are actually advancing year over year — not just where they start. The school ranks 2nd out of 966 public schools across Nebraska and 2nd among 530 Nebraska elementary schools specifically, outperforming 100 percent of public schools statewide.
For a school of 40 students, that standing is remarkable and consistent across both achievement and growth measures. Families comparing elementary options in Davenport will find this school at the top of the local field and well above nearly every peer statewide. The combination of a small learning environment, a low student-teacher ratio, and verified academic growth makes Bruning-Davenport Elem/Davenpt one of the strongest-performing elementary schools in Nebraska by the data.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 40 students, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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 6 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt Compares
See how Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 49.5% (2019) to 69.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 49.5% (2019) to 69.5% (2022).
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. SHICKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Shickley), with a very similar rating. Another option is THAYER CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Hebron), a more accessible option. Additionally, SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Sutton), a more accessible option. 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 | 5.7 |
| SHICKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shickley | 8.6 mi | 9.6 |
| SHICKLEY HIGH SCHOOL Shickley | 8.6 mi | 5.5 |
| 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 | 7.3 |
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT HIGH SCHOOL Bruning | 13.1 mi | 8.1 |
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT ELEM/BRUNING Bruning | 13.1 mi | 7.4 |
| THAYER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Hebron | 15.5 mi | 7.7 |
| THAYER CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Hebron | 15.6 mi | 8.6 |
| SANDY CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield | 15.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SANDY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairfield | 15.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SANDY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairfield | 15.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LAWRENCE/NELSON HIGH SCH Nelson | 16.1 mi | 5.0 |
| LAWRENCE - NELSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Nelson | 16.1 mi | 3.9 |
| FILLMORE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Geneva | 19.0 mi | 5.9 |
| FILLMORE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Geneva | 18.8 mi | 4.8 |
| SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sutton | 21.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SUTTON SECONDARY SCHOOL Sutton | 21.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SUPERIOR SR HIGH SCHOOL Superior | 24.5 mi | 7.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has a median household income of $70,313. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $87,400, with a median rent of $678/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 15 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LOUP COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Taylor, NE | 9.6 |
| BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (LYNCH) Lynch, NE | 9.5 |
| SPRING VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springview, NE | 9.5 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT Dwight, NE | 9.9 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus, NE | — |
| ST LEONARD SCHOOL Madison, NE | — |
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 is ranked #2 out of 966 schools in NE.
What is Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt's MySchoolScout rating?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has a composite rating of 9.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has 56.2% math proficiency and 62.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (402) 364-2225
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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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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