Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crestridge Magnet Center 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Crestridge Magnet Center serves the southwest area of Omaha, NE, covering approximately 2.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crestridge Magnet Center's student population of 406 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crestridge Magnet Center 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 Crestridge Magnet Center is 0.61, 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
#555 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)15.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Crestridge Magnet Center's ranking?
Crestridge Magnet Center is ranked #555 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Crestridge Magnet Center often compared to?
Crestridge Magnet Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Ashland Park/robbins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Crestridge Magnet Center?
406 students attend Crestridge Magnet Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Crestridge Magnet Center students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestridge Magnet Center?
Crestridge Magnet Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crestridge Magnet Center offer ?
Crestridge Magnet Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestridge Magnet Center part of?
Crestridge Magnet Center is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Crestridge Magnet Center located?
Crestridge Magnet Center is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I think this school is great! The students are great and welcoming, and it is diverse. I find it interesting, and fascinating with all of the different, unique aspects and perspectives my students have. Each of them comes from, such diverse backgrounds and, as a teacher, it also helps me learn more about my students, and what to teach.
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