Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Masters Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Masters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Masters Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Masters Elementary School 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 Masters Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#700 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
30%
7%
White
28%
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
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Masters Elementary School's ranking?
Masters Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Masters Elementary School often compared to?
Masters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Elementary School, Sunny Slope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Masters Elementary School?
275 students attend Masters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Masters Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Masters Elementary School?
Masters Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Masters Elementary School offer ?
Masters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Masters Elementary School part of?
Masters Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Masters Elementary School located?
Masters Elementary School is located in the North Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central Omaha.
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