Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J Sterling Morton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Sterling Morton Elementary School's student population of 380 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J Sterling Morton 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 J Sterling Morton Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#236 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 J Sterling Morton Elementary School's ranking?
J Sterling Morton Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are J Sterling Morton Elementary School often compared to?
J Sterling Morton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Elk Elementary School, Aldrich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend J Sterling Morton Elementary School?
380 students attend J Sterling Morton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of J Sterling Morton Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Sterling Morton Elementary School?
J Sterling Morton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does J Sterling Morton Elementary School offer ?
J Sterling Morton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J Sterling Morton Elementary School part of?
J Sterling Morton Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is J Sterling Morton Elementary School located?
J Sterling Morton 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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