Very Good
#206 of 967 schools in NE
Top 21% in state
Windy Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · KEARNEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
4211 20TH AVE, Kearney, NE 68845
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#206 of 967
In Kearney
#4 of 15
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
KEARNEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Windy Hills Elementary School
Elementary School in Kearney · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Windy Hills Elementary School
Windy Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kearney, NE, part of KEARNEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Windy Hills Elementary School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Windy Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #206 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Windy Hills Elementary School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NE avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Windy Hills Elementary School — Students at Windy Hills Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.4/10.
How Windy Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Windy Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4211 20TH AVE, Kearney, NE 68845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windy Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kearney, see our Kearney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Kearney | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| WEST KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kearney | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| BUFFALO HILLS ELEMENTARY Kearney | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OF KEARNEY Kearney | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| KEARNEY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kearney | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kearney | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| BRYANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL Kearney | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| AMHERST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst | 11.7 mi | 7.9 |
| AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL Amherst | 11.7 mi | 6.9 |
| AXTELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Axtell | 16.4 mi | 7.3 |
| AXTELL HIGH SCHOOL Axtell | 16.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,350
Median Home Value
$274,200
Median Rent
$896/mo
Population
21,012
College Educated
40.9%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
15.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
33.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMHERST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst, NE | 7.9 |
| ASHBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion, NE | 7.9 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT TEKAMAH Tekamah, NE | 7.9 |
| ELKHORN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCH Tilden, NE | 7.9 |
| FILLMORE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Geneva, NE | 7.9 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Franklin, NE | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windy Hills Elementary School
What grades does Windy Hills Elementary School serve?
Windy Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Windy Hills Elementary School?
Windy Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windy Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Windy Hills Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windy Hills Elementary School rank in NE?
Windy Hills Elementary School ranks #206 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Windy Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Windy Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Windy Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windy Hills Elementary School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Windy Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Windy Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windy Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Windy Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windy Hills Elementary School?
20.8% of students at Windy Hills 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Buffalo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.7%
- Phone
- (308) 698-8220
Resources & Links
District
KEARNEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 6,064
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,473
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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