Portal Elementary School

Portal Elementary School serves 454 students in grades PK through 6 in La Vista's thriving suburban community. With a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1 and 28 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a solid educational foundation that has earned recognition across Nebraska. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, ranking #185 out of 974 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile.

Students show impressive proficiency rates with 70% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, while 68% achieve proficiency in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence and contribute to its 9.0/10 academic score. Portal Elementary benefits from its location in an established neighborhood where families value education.

The surrounding ZIP code 68128 has a median household income of $80,488 and a low poverty rate of just 5.0%, creating a stable environment that supports student learning. With 35% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and median home values at $242,500, the community demonstrates strong investment in education. The school sits in La Vista's large suburban setting in Sarpy County, where families enjoy the benefits of suburban living while maintaining access to quality public education in a well-established residential area.