Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tara Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tara Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tara Heights Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tara Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tara Heights Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#188 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tara Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Tara Heights Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Tara Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Tara Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Hill Elementary School, Parkview Heights Elementary School, Meadow Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Tara Heights Elementary School?
399 students attend Tara Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Tara Heights Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tara Heights Elementary School?
Tara Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tara Heights Elementary School offer ?
Tara Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tara Heights Elementary School part of?
Tara Heights Elementary School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools.
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