Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ackerman 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 67% (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 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ackerman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ackerman Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Ackerman 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 Ackerman Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#102 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
75%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ackerman Elementary School's ranking?
Ackerman Elementary School is ranked #102 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Ackerman Elementary School often compared to?
Ackerman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upchurch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% 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 Ackerman Elementary School?
487 students attend Ackerman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ackerman Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Ackerman Elementary School?
Ackerman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ackerman Elementary School offer ?
Ackerman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ackerman Elementary School part of?
Ackerman Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Ackerman Elementary School located?
Ackerman Elementary School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.
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