Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blumfield 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blumfield Elementary School's student population of 373 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Blumfield 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 Blumfield Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#727 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
45%
23%
Black
10%
7%
White
31%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blumfield Elementary School's ranking?
Blumfield Elementary School is ranked #727 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Blumfield Elementary School?
373 students attend Blumfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Blumfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blumfield Elementary School?
Blumfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blumfield Elementary School offer ?
Blumfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blumfield Elementary School part of?
Blumfield Elementary School is part of Ralston School District.
In what neighborhood is Blumfield Elementary School located?
Blumfield Elementary School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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