Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dodge 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 69% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dodge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dodge Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Dodge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dodge Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
28%
7%
White
31%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodge Elementary School's ranking?
Dodge Elementary School is ranked #733 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Dodge Elementary School often compared to?
Dodge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Masters Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Dodge Elementary School?
423 students attend Dodge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Dodge Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dodge Elementary School?
Dodge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dodge Elementary School offer ?
Dodge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dodge Elementary School part of?
Dodge Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Dodge Elementary School located?
Dodge Elementary School is located in the North Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central Omaha.
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