Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Prairie Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Lane Elementary School serves the southwest part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Lane Elementary School's student population of 269 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Prairie Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Lane Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#21 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
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)3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Prairie Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Lane Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Prairie Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Prairie Lane Elementary School?
269 students attend Prairie Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Prairie Lane Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Lane Elementary School?
Prairie Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prairie Lane Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Lane Elementary School part of?
Prairie Lane Elementary School is part of Westside Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Lane Elementary School located?
Prairie Lane Elementary School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
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