Serving 202 students in grades 3-6, Wilson Focus School ranks in the top 30% 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 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Focus School's attendance zone serves the entire Omaha, NE school district, encompassing approximately 134.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Focus School's student population of 202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wilson Focus School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Focus School is 0.73, 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
#254 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Focus School's ranking?
Wilson Focus School is ranked #254 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Wilson Focus School?
202 students attend Wilson Focus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Wilson Focus School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Focus School?
Wilson Focus School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilson Focus School offer ?
Wilson Focus School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Focus School part of?
Wilson Focus School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson Focus School located?
Wilson Focus School is located in the South Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 9 other public schools located in South Omaha.
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