Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fontenelle 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 19% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fontenelle Elementary School serves the eastern part of Omaha, NE, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fontenelle Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Fontenelle 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 Fontenelle Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#885 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)33.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Fontenelle Elementary School's ranking?
Fontenelle Elementary School is ranked #885 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Fontenelle Elementary School often compared to?
Fontenelle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Fontenelle Elementary School?
452 students attend Fontenelle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Fontenelle Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fontenelle Elementary School?
Fontenelle Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fontenelle Elementary School offer ?
Fontenelle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fontenelle Elementary School part of?
Fontenelle Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Fontenelle Elementary School located?
Fontenelle Elementary School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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