Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hitchcock Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hitchcock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hitchcock Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hitchcock Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hitchcock Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1 out of 902 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hitchcock Elementary School's ranking?
Hitchcock Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Hitchcock Elementary School often compared to?
Hitchcock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldrich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Hitchcock Elementary School?
259 students attend Hitchcock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hitchcock Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hitchcock Elementary School?
Hitchcock Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hitchcock Elementary School offer ?
Hitchcock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hitchcock Elementary School part of?
Hitchcock Elementary School is part of Millard Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Hitchcock Elementary School located?
Hitchcock 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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