Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black Elk 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 76% (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 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Black Elk Elementary School serves the southern part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the school, while the furthest edge is about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Elk 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
Black Elk Elementary School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Black Elk Elementary develops compassionate, internationally-minded students.
School Rankings
Black Elk 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 Black Elk 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
#123 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
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
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 Black Elk Elementary School's ranking?
Black Elk Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Black Elk Elementary School often compared to?
Black Elk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Elementary School, J Sterling Morton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% 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 Black Elk Elementary School?
605 students attend Black Elk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Black Elk Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Elk Elementary School?
Black Elk Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Black Elk Elementary School offer ?
Black Elk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black Elk Elementary School part of?
Black Elk Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Black Elk Elementary School located?
Black Elk Elementary School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.
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