Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black Elk Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Elk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Black Elk Elementary School's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Black Elk Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Elk Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Elk Elementary School's ranking?
Black Elk Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Black Elk Elementary School often compared to?
Black Elk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Black Elk Elementary School?
597 students attend Black Elk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Black Elk Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Elk Elementary School?
Black Elk Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Black Elk Elementary School offer ?
Black Elk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black Elk Elementary School part of?
Black Elk Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Black Elk Elementary School located?
Black Elk Elementary School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.
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