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Golden Hills Elementary School

Elementary School · PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

2912 COFFEY AVE, Bellevue, NE 68123

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#649 of 967

In Bellevue

#14 of 24

public schools

In district

#16 of 22

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Golden Hills Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Bellevue · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Golden Hills Elementary School

Golden Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bellevue, NE, part of PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Golden Hills Elementary School serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #649 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Golden Hills Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Golden Hills Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,422
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Golden Hills Elementary School — Students at Golden Hills Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Golden Hills Elementary School Compares

See how Golden Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in NE
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2912 COFFEY AVE, Bellevue, NE 68123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Golden Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TWO SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ESU 3 HEAD START - GOLDEN HILLS Bellevue 0.0 mi 5.6
LEMAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 0.4 mi 7.0
PETER SARPY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 0.7 mi 4.6
ESU 3 HEAD START - PETER SARPY Bellevue 0.7 mi
ANDERSON GROVE ELEMENTARY SCH Bellevue 0.7 mi 6.6
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Bellevue 0.9 mi 6.7
FORT CROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 1.0 mi 3.8
ESU 3 HEAD START - FORT CROOK Bellevue 1.0 mi
LEONARD LAWRENCE ELEM SCHOOL Bellevue 1.4 mi 6.2
LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue 1.8 mi 7.1
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 2.3 mi 7.6
BELLEVUE WEST SR HIGH SCHOOL Bellevue 2.3 mi 6.2
ESU 3 HEAD START - BELLEVUE WEST Bellevue 2.3 mi
TWIN RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 1.9 mi 4.3
BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 1.9 mi 8.2
TWO SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 2.5 mi 8.0
QUEST FORWARD ACADEMY OMAHA Bellevue 2.3 mi 8.7
QUEST FORWARD ACADEMY Bellevue 2.3 mi 8.7
BIRCHCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 2.4 mi 3.4
AVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 2.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,188

Median Home Value

$273,100

Median Rent

$1,395/mo

Population

34,098

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

58.2%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

31.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Golden Hills Elementary School

What grades does Golden Hills Elementary School serve?

Golden Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Golden Hills Elementary School?

Golden Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Hills Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Golden Hills Elementary School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Golden Hills Elementary School rank in NE?

Golden Hills Elementary School ranks #649 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Golden Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Golden Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Golden Hills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Golden Hills Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Golden Hills Elementary School a charter school?

No, Golden Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Golden Hills Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Golden Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sarpy County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
12,039
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,422
District Rank
#16 of 22

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