Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aldrich 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 91% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Aldrich Elementary serves the north part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone reaching up to 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aldrich 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
Aldrich Elementary School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
guarantees personal excellence for all students to become principled, inquiring, and compassionate life-long learners and global citizens by ensuring international understanding through innovative and challenging opportunities.
School Rankings
Aldrich Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aldrich Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#6 out of 901 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 Aldrich Elementary School's ranking?
Aldrich Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Aldrich Elementary School often compared to?
Aldrich Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willa Cather Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Aldrich Elementary School?
462 students attend Aldrich Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Aldrich Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aldrich Elementary School?
Aldrich Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Aldrich Elementary School offer ?
Aldrich Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aldrich Elementary School part of?
Aldrich Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Aldrich Elementary School located?
Aldrich 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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