Serving 40 students in grades 2-4, Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt's student population of 40 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#73 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt's ranking?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is ranked #73 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
40 students attend Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt offer ?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt part of?
Bruning-davenport Elem/davenpt is part of Bruning-Davenport Unified Sys School District.
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