Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Conestoga Magnet 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Conestoga Magnet Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located approximately 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Conestoga Magnet Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Conestoga Magnet 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 Conestoga Magnet Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#895 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)34.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Conestoga Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Conestoga Magnet Elementary School is ranked #895 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Conestoga Magnet Elementary School?
325 students attend Conestoga Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Conestoga Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conestoga Magnet Elementary School?
Conestoga Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Conestoga Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Conestoga Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Conestoga Magnet Elementary School part of?
Conestoga Magnet Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Conestoga Magnet Elementary School located?
Conestoga Magnet Elementary School is located in the East Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 3 other public schools located in East Omaha.
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