Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (03-04)
21 students

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1

American Indian
(03-04)n/a
2%
Asian
(03-04)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(03-04)52%
10%

Black
(03-04)48%
7%

White
(03-04)n/a
79%
Hawaiian
(03-04)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(03-04)n/a
n/a

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (03-04)
86%
25%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Career Center?
21 students attend Career Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Career Center students are Hispanic, and 48% of students are Black.
What grades does Career Center offer ?
Career Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Career Center part of?
Career Center is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Career Center located?
Career Center is located in the Gifford Park neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 11 other public schools located in Gifford Park.
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