Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Paddock Road 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 50-54% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Paddock Road Elementary School serves the south part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paddock Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Paddock Road Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1947
School Rankings
Paddock Road 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 Paddock Road Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#398 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
65%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
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)12.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paddock Road Elementary School's ranking?
Paddock Road Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Paddock Road Elementary School often compared to?
Paddock Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rohwer 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Paddock Road Elementary School?
285 students attend Paddock Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Paddock Road Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paddock Road Elementary School?
Paddock Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paddock Road Elementary School offer ?
Paddock Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paddock Road Elementary School part of?
Paddock Road Elementary School is part of Westside Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Paddock Road Elementary School located?
Paddock Road Elementary School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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