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#170 of 967 schools in NE

Top 18% in state

Portal Elementary School

Elementary School · PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

9920 BRENTWOOD DR, La Vista, NE 68128

Enrollment

454

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#170 of 967

In La Vista

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 22

PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Portal Elementary School

8.1/10

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

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About Portal Elementary School

Portal Elementary School is a public elementary school in La Vista, NE, part of PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Portal Elementary School serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Portal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Portal Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,422
Chronic Absenteeism5.5%

Portal Elementary School — Students at Portal Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.4% (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
99.5%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
70%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Portal Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in NE
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

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

9920 BRENTWOOD DR, La Vista, NE 68128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Portal Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HITCHCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MEADOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Omaha), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Papillion), with a comparable rating. For more schools in La Vista, see our La Vista schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PARKVIEW HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL La Vista 1.0 mi 5.4
ESU 3 HEAD START - PARKVIEW HEIGHTS Lavista 1.0 mi
HITCHCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.3 mi 8.7
MEADOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.3 mi 7.7
HEARTLAND SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 6.2
RALSTON HIGH SCHOOL Ralston 1.6 mi 4.2
WALT DISNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 6.1
MOCKINGBIRD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.8 mi 2.6
BLUMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.9 mi 4.1
PAPILLION LA VISTA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (PLECC) Papillion 1.6 mi 3.8
ESU 3 PAPILLION LAVISTA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Papillion 1.6 mi
LA VISTA MIDDLE SCHOOL La Vista 1.6 mi 5.7
PAPILLION LA VISTA SENIOR HIGH Papillion 1.7 mi 6.3
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Papillion 2.1 mi 6.7
LA VISTA WEST ELEMENTARY SCH La Vista 1.7 mi 4.1
WILDEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ralston 1.9 mi 3.2
ST COLUMBKILLE SCHOOL Papillion 2.0 mi 5.2
TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion 2.1 mi 7.2
PAPILLION LA VISTA SOUTH HS Papillion 2.6 mi 6.5
PAPILLION MIDDLE SCHOOL Papillion 2.4 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,870

Median Home Value

$275,600

Median Rent

$1,255/mo

Population

18,994

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

36.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ADAMS CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings, NE 8.1
GRETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gretna, NE 8.1
SHELL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus, NE 8.1
SUNSET HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 8.1
ACKERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 8.0
ANCHOR POINTE ELEMENTARY Bennington, NE 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Portal Elementary School

What grades does Portal Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Portal Elementary School?

Portal Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portal Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Portal Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Portal Elementary School rank in NE?

Portal Elementary School ranks #170 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Portal Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Portal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Portal Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Portal Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Portal Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Portal Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portal Elementary School?

16.1% of students at Portal Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sarpy County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

District

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

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