Serving 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montclair Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 29% 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: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montclair Elementary School's student population of 592 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montclair Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#176 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
71%
63%
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
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montclair Elementary School's ranking?
Montclair Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Montclair Elementary School often compared to?
Montclair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willa Cather Elementary School, Norman Rockwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Montclair Elementary School?
592 students attend Montclair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Montclair Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montclair Elementary School?
Montclair Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Montclair Elementary School offer ?
Montclair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Montclair Elementary School part of?
Montclair Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Montclair Elementary School located?
Montclair 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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