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Best Schools in Omaha, Nebraska

Compare 159 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

159
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
91,025
Total Students
Across Omaha
17.1:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
159 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score11%
ELA Assessment Score17%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)17 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • 0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • Largest student enrollment is 2,412 students at South High School.
  • Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Karen Western Elementary Sch
publicmiddlePK-6
6224 H St, Omaha, NE 68117
1.7
Rating
Students
214
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
12%
Bryan Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
8210 S 42Nd St, Omaha, NE 68147
1.6
Rating
Students
682
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
12%
Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
6143 Whitmore St, Omaha, NE 68152
1.6
Rating
Students
685
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
15%
Northwest High School
publichighGrade 9-12
8204 Crown Point Ave, Omaha, NE 68134
1.6
Rating
Students
1,517
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
12%
King Science/Tech Magnet Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
3720 Florence Blvd, Omaha, NE 68110
1.6
Rating
Students
610
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
12%
Central Park Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
4904 N 42Nd St, Omaha, NE 68111
1.5
Rating
Students
280
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
17%
Benson High School
publichighGrade 9-12
5120 Maple St, Omaha, NE 68104
1.5
Rating
Students
1,488
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
12%
Castelar Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
2316 S 18Th St, Omaha, NE 68108
1.5
Rating
Students
574
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
11%
Franklin Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
3506 Franklin St, Omaha, NE 68111
1.5
Rating
Students
243
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
12%
Bancroft Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
2724 Riverview Blvd, Omaha, NE 68108
1.5
Rating
Students
535
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
13%
Kellom Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
1311 N 24Th St, Omaha, NE 68102
1.5
Rating
Students
230
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Mc Millan Magnet Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
3802 Redick Ave, Omaha, NE 68112
1.5
Rating
Students
654
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
11%
Norris Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
2235 S 46Th St, Omaha, NE 68106
1.3
Rating
Students
1,140
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
10%
South High School
publichighGrade 9-12
4519 S 24Th St, Omaha, NE 68107
1.3
Rating
Students
2,412
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
13%
Math Proficiency
12%
Fontenelle Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
3905 N 52Nd St, Omaha, NE 68104
1.2
Rating
Students
452
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
9%
Druid Hill Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
4020 N 30 Street, Omaha, NE 68111
1.2
Rating
Students
294
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Sherman Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
5618 N 14Th Ave, Omaha, NE 68110
1.2
Rating
Students
257
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Bryan High School
publichighGrade 9-12
4700 Giles Rd, Omaha, NE 68157
1.1
Rating
Students
1,474
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
9%
Liberty Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
2021 St Mary'S Avenue, Omaha, NE 68102
1.1
Rating
Students
643
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
14%
Math Proficiency
8%
Spring Lake Magnet Center
publicelementaryPK-5
4215 S 20Th St, Omaha, NE 68107
1.1
Rating
Students
744
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
7%

Detailed Overview of Schools in Omaha

Omaha, Nebraska is home to 159 schools serving over 91,025 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Omaha, Nebraska?

There are 159 schools in Omaha, serving 91,025 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Omaha?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Omaha include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Omaha?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Omaha is 17.1:1.