Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joslyn 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joslyn Elementary School serves the west part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joslyn Elementary School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Joslyn 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 Joslyn 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
#651 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
29%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
38%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joslyn Elementary School's ranking?
Joslyn Elementary School is ranked #651 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Joslyn Elementary School often compared to?
Joslyn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ezra Millard 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Joslyn Elementary School?
299 students attend Joslyn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Joslyn Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joslyn Elementary School?
Joslyn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joslyn Elementary School offer ?
Joslyn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joslyn Elementary School part of?
Joslyn Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Joslyn Elementary School located?
Joslyn Elementary School is located in the Northwest Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Omaha.
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