Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Standing Bear Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Standing Bear Elementary School serves the west part of Omaha, NE, within an attendance zone of approximately 2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Standing Bear Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Standing Bear Elementary School's student population of 623 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Standing Bear Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Standing Bear Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#108 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
14%
7%
White
53%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Standing Bear Elementary School's ranking?
Standing Bear Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Standing Bear Elementary School often compared to?
Standing Bear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fullerton Magnet Center 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 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Standing Bear Elementary School?
623 students attend Standing Bear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Standing Bear Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Standing Bear Elementary School?
Standing Bear Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Standing Bear Elementary School offer ?
Standing Bear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Standing Bear Elementary School part of?
Standing Bear Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
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