Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kellom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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-6
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kellom Elementary School serves the southeast part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone at about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kellom Elementary School's student population of 230 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kellom 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 Kellom Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#860 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
60%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)13.9%
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
8%
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 Kellom Elementary School's ranking?
Kellom Elementary School is ranked #860 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Kellom Elementary School often compared to?
Kellom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Elementary School, Skinner Magnet Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Kellom Elementary School?
230 students attend Kellom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Kellom Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kellom Elementary School?
Kellom Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kellom Elementary School offer ?
Kellom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kellom Elementary School part of?
Kellom Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Kellom Elementary School located?
Kellom Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown.
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