Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benson West 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benson West Elementary School serves a central area in Omaha, NE, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benson West Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Benson West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson West Elementary School is 0.79, which is more 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
#849 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
32%
7%
White
25%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson West Elementary School's ranking?
Benson West Elementary School is ranked #849 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Benson West Elementary School often compared to?
Benson West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Ryan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Benson West Elementary School?
268 students attend Benson West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Benson West Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benson West Elementary School?
Benson West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benson West Elementary School offer ?
Benson West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson West Elementary School part of?
Benson West Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Benson West Elementary School located?
Benson West Elementary School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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