Serving 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gateway 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 21% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gateway Elementary serves the south part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles, where most families are typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gateway Elementary School's student population of 792 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gateway 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 Gateway Elementary School is 0.33, which is less 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
#867 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
81%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 Gateway Elementary School's ranking?
Gateway Elementary School is ranked #867 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Gateway Elementary School often compared to?
Gateway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beals Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Gateway Elementary School?
792 students attend Gateway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gateway Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Elementary School?
Gateway Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gateway Elementary School offer ?
Gateway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Elementary School part of?
Gateway Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Elementary School located?
Gateway Elementary School is located in the South Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 9 other public schools located in South Omaha.
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