Serving 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Spring Lake Magnet Center 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 9% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Lake Magnet Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Spring Lake Magnet Center's student population of 704 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Lake Magnet Center 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 Spring Lake Magnet Center is 0.20, 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
#876 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
89%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
7%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Lake Magnet Center's ranking?
Spring Lake Magnet Center is ranked #876 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Spring Lake Magnet Center?
704 students attend Spring Lake Magnet Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Spring Lake Magnet Center students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Lake Magnet Center?
Spring Lake Magnet Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Spring Lake Magnet Center offer ?
Spring Lake Magnet Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Spring Lake Magnet Center part of?
Spring Lake Magnet Center is part of Omaha Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Lake Magnet Center located?
Spring Lake Magnet Center is located in the South Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 9 other public schools located in South Omaha.
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