Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grace Abbott Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grace Abbott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grace Abbott Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grace Abbott Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grace Abbott Elementary School is 0.27, which is less 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
#9 out of 902 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grace Abbott Elementary School's ranking?
Grace Abbott Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Grace Abbott Elementary School often compared to?
Grace Abbott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldrich Elementary School, Cottonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Grace Abbott Elementary School?
453 students attend Grace Abbott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Grace Abbott Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grace Abbott Elementary School?
Grace Abbott Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grace Abbott Elementary School offer ?
Grace Abbott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Grace Abbott Elementary School part of?
Grace Abbott Elementary School is part of Millard Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Grace Abbott Elementary School located?
Grace Abbott Elementary School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
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