Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Minne Lusa 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 6-9% (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 83% 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: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minne Lusa Elementary School serves the northeast part of Omaha, NE, encompassing an area of approximately 0.9 square miles, with most students living within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.6 miles, with the furthest edge being 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minne Lusa Elementary School's student population of 329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Minne Lusa 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 Minne Lusa Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#883 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
54%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
17%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
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)32.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Minne Lusa Elementary School's ranking?
Minne Lusa Elementary School is ranked #883 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Minne Lusa Elementary School?
329 students attend Minne Lusa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Minne Lusa Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minne Lusa Elementary School?
Minne Lusa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Minne Lusa Elementary School offer ?
Minne Lusa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minne Lusa Elementary School part of?
Minne Lusa Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Minne Lusa Elementary School located?
Minne Lusa 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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