Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holling Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Holling Heights Elementary School serves the southeast part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest point being around 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holling Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Holling Heights Elementary School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1973
School Rankings
Holling Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holling Heights Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#292 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Holling Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Holling Heights Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Holling Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Holling Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Holling Heights Elementary School?
340 students attend Holling Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Holling Heights Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holling Heights Elementary School?
Holling Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holling Heights Elementary School offer ?
Holling Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holling Heights Elementary School part of?
Holling Heights Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Holling Heights Elementary School located?
Holling Heights Elementary School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.
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