Elementary School at Dwight

Elementary School at Dwight is a regular public school in Dwight, Nebraska, serving students from prekindergarten through sixth grade. With 53 students enrolled and a student-teacher ratio of 6.6:1, every child gets substantial individual attention — a structural advantage that shows in the results. The numbers here are hard to ignore.

Elementary School at Dwight earns a composite score of 9.9 out of 10, with a perfect 10.0 for academic growth. It ranks first out of 966 public schools in Nebraska, outperforming every other public school in the state. That puts it at the top of all 530 Nebraska elementary schools as well, earning an Exceptional rating across academic achievement and growth metrics.

Within East Butler Public Schools, it holds the top position among the district's three schools. For families weighing options in the region, that combination of small class sizes, near-perfect academic scores, and statewide rank makes Elementary School at Dwight a standout choice at any level — not just locally. Parents looking for a school where growth data matches achievement data will find both here, backed by scores that place this small Nebraska elementary at the very top of the state.

With an enrollment of 53 students, Elementary School at Dwight 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 6.6:1, Elementary School at Dwight 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, Elementary School at Dwight 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.