Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Meadows Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
316 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadows Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
31%
22%

Black
8%
7%

White
53%
62%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Meadows Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Meadows Elementary School?
316 students attend Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Meadows Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadows Elementary School?
Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Meadows Elementary School part of?
Meadows Elementary School is part of Ralston School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadows Elementary School located?
Meadows Elementary School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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