Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Valley 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oak Valley Elementary School's student population of 226 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Valley 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 Oak Valley Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#782 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
16%
7%
White
43%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Valley Elementary School is ranked #782 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Oak Valley Elementary School?
226 students attend Oak Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Oak Valley Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Valley Elementary School?
Oak Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oak Valley Elementary School offer ?
Oak Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Valley Elementary School part of?
Oak Valley Elementary School is part of Omaha Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Valley Elementary School located?
Oak Valley 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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