Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wheeler Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheeler Elementary School serves the southwest part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest boundary and up to 1.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler 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
Wheeler Elementary School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Wheeler Elementary guarantees a world-class experience where all students exemplify academic and personal excellence.
School Rankings
Wheeler 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 Wheeler Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#49 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeler Elementary School's ranking?
Wheeler Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Wheeler Elementary School often compared to?
Wheeler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Elk Elementary School, Reeder Elementary School, Willa Cather Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wheeler Elementary School?
633 students attend Wheeler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wheeler Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeler Elementary School?
Wheeler Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wheeler Elementary School offer ?
Wheeler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler Elementary School part of?
Wheeler Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
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