Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boyd 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 39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boyd Elementary School serves the northwest part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 15.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.8 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boyd Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Boyd 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 Boyd Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#817 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)24.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Boyd Elementary School's ranking?
Boyd Elementary School is ranked #817 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Boyd Elementary School often compared to?
Boyd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Belle Ryan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Boyd Elementary School?
547 students attend Boyd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Boyd Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd Elementary School?
Boyd Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boyd Elementary School offer ?
Boyd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boyd Elementary School part of?
Boyd Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Boyd Elementary School located?
Boyd Elementary School is located in the Keystone neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Keystone.
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