Serving 453 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 79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ackerman Elementary School serves a central area in Omaha, NE, covering approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 1.1 miles away.
- 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 453 students has declined by 8% 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
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ackerman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ackerman Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ackerman Elementary School's ranking?
Ackerman Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 901 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?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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?
453 students attend Ackerman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ackerman Elementary School students are White, 10% 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 15:1, 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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