Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holling Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holling Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holling Heights Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holling Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holling Heights Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#253 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
12%
7%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holling Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Holling Heights Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Holling Heights Elementary School?
335 students attend Holling Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Holling Heights Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holling Heights Elementary School?
Holling Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holling Heights Elementary School offer ?
Holling Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Holling Heights Elementary School part of?
Holling Heights Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Holling Heights Elementary School located?
Holling Heights Elementary School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.
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