Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mockingbird 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 48% (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 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mockingbird Elementary School serves a central area in Omaha, NE, encompassing approximately 0.7 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mockingbird Elementary School's student population of 473 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Mockingbird 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 Mockingbird Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#798 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
65%
23%
Black
6%
7%
White
23%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mockingbird Elementary School's ranking?
Mockingbird Elementary School is ranked #798 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?
48% 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 Mockingbird Elementary School?
473 students attend Mockingbird Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mockingbird Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mockingbird Elementary School?
Mockingbird Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mockingbird Elementary School offer ?
Mockingbird Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mockingbird Elementary School part of?
Mockingbird Elementary School is part of Ralston School District.
In what neighborhood is Mockingbird Elementary School located?
Mockingbird Elementary School is located in the Mockingbird Hills neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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