Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carl A Swanson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl A Swanson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Carl A Swanson Elementary School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carl A Swanson Elementary School 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 Carl A Swanson Elementary School is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#50 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
65%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl A Swanson Elementary School's ranking?
Carl A Swanson Elementary School is ranked #50 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Carl A Swanson Elementary School often compared to?
Carl A Swanson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loveland Elementary School, Sunset Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Carl A Swanson Elementary School?
295 students attend Carl A Swanson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Carl A Swanson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl A Swanson Elementary School?
Carl A Swanson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carl A Swanson Elementary School offer ?
Carl A Swanson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Carl A Swanson Elementary School part of?
Carl A Swanson Elementary School is part of Westside Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl A Swanson Elementary School located?
Carl A Swanson Elementary School is located in the Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Omaha.
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