Summary:
The 68124 zip code area in Omaha, Nebraska is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the Westside Community Schools district. While the schools share the same district resources, their academic performance varies significantly, with Sunset Hills Elementary standing out as a high-performing school and Westgate Elementary struggling to meet state and district averages.
Sunset Hills Elementary consistently ranks among the top 50-75 elementary schools in Nebraska, earning 4-5 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics across grade levels, often exceeding 70-80% proficiency. In contrast, Westgate Elementary ranks in the bottom half of Nebraska elementary schools, earning only 1-2 out of 5 stars, and its proficiency rates in core subjects are generally below the district and state averages.
Westside Middle School performs relatively well, with 7th and 8th grade proficiency rates in the 60-70% range for ELA and Math, while Paddock Road Elementary also struggles, with proficiency rates similar to Westgate Elementary. The data suggests that factors beyond just district-level resources and policies, such as socioeconomic status and school leadership, may play a significant role in shaping the disparities in student outcomes across the schools in the 68124 zip code area.
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