Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rohwer Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Rohwer Elementary School serves the west part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rohwer 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
Rohwer Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rohwer Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rohwer Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#80 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rohwer Elementary School's ranking?
Rohwer Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Rohwer Elementary School often compared to?
Rohwer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paddock Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Rohwer Elementary School?
450 students attend Rohwer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rohwer Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rohwer Elementary School?
Rohwer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rohwer Elementary School offer ?
Rohwer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rohwer Elementary School part of?
Rohwer Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Rohwer Elementary School located?
Rohwer Elementary School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.
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