Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Standing Bear Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Standing Bear Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Standing Bear Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Standing Bear 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 Standing Bear Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#103 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
12%
7%
White
56%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Standing Bear Elementary School's ranking?
Standing Bear Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Standing Bear Elementary School often compared to?
Standing Bear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fullerton Magnet Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Standing Bear Elementary School?
584 students attend Standing Bear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Standing Bear Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Standing Bear Elementary School?
Standing Bear Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Standing Bear Elementary School offer ?
Standing Bear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Standing Bear Elementary School part of?
Standing Bear Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
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