Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fullerton Magnet Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fullerton Magnet Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fullerton Magnet Center's student population of 458 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fullerton Magnet Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fullerton Magnet Center is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#513 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
19%
7%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fullerton Magnet Center's ranking?
Fullerton Magnet Center is ranked #513 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Fullerton Magnet Center often compared to?
Fullerton Magnet Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Saddlebrook Elementary School, Standing Bear Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Fullerton Magnet Center?
458 students attend Fullerton Magnet Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fullerton Magnet Center students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fullerton Magnet Center?
Fullerton Magnet Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fullerton Magnet Center offer ?
Fullerton Magnet Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Fullerton Magnet Center part of?
Fullerton Magnet Center is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Fullerton Magnet Center located?
Fullerton Magnet Center is located in the Northwest Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Omaha.
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