The brief
The top-rated elementary schools in Omaha for 2026 are Cody Elementary School (8.9/10), Manchester Elementary School (8.8/10), and Rohwer Elementary School (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 104 elementary schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Omaha's elementary school landscape spans 107 ranked schools, giving families a wide range of options across the metro. Westmont Elementary School leads the field with an 8.8/10 composite score, followed closely by Sunset Hills Elementary at 8.6 and Walt Disney Elementary and Rockbrook Elementary both at 8.4. The average composite score across all ranked schools sits at 5.5/10, which means the gap between a typical school and a top performer is meaningful — worth paying attention to when you start comparing. Twenty-five schools, about 23% of the total, score 7 or above, so strong options exist across multiple neighborhoods and districts. The table below lets you sort by overall score, test performance, and other factors to zero in on what matters most for your child. Use the filters to narrow by location or school type and build a shortlist before scheduling visits.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 18.9
- 28.8
- 38.6
- 48.6
- 58.6
- 68.5
- 78.4
- 88.4
- 98.3
- 108.1
All 104 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 104
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Cody Elementary SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 314student-teacher ratio 12.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 2Manchester Elementary SchoolElkhorn Public Schoolsstudents 493student-teacher ratio 14.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 3Rohwer Elementary SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 455student-teacher ratio 15.2:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 4Dundee Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 495student-teacher ratio 17.7:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 5Oakdale Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 308student-teacher ratio 15.4:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 6Columbian Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 270student-teacher ratio 15.9:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 7Saddlebrook Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 456student-teacher ratio 16.9:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 8Meadows Elementary SchoolRalston Public Schoolsstudents 316student-teacher ratio 15.0:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 9Hitchcock Elementary SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 232student-teacher ratio 14.5:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 10Carl a Swanson Elementary SchWestside Community Schoolsstudents 289student-teacher ratio 15.2:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 11Loveland Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 287student-teacher ratio 15.9:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 12Rockbrook Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 278student-teacher ratio 14.6:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 13West Bay Elementary SchoolElkhorn Public Schoolsstudents 458student-teacher ratio 14.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 14Bryan Elementary SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 386student-teacher ratio 13.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 15Sagewood Elementary SchoolElkhorn Public Schoolsstudents 442student-teacher ratio 12.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 16Reagan ElementaryMillard Public Schoolsstudents 507student-teacher ratio 16.9:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 17Washington Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 322student-teacher ratio 14.0:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 18Sunset Hills Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 289student-teacher ratio 16.1:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 19Aldrich ElementaryMillard Public Schoolsstudents 436student-teacher ratio 17.4:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 20Pinewood Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 266student-teacher ratio 16.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 21Fullerton Magnet CenterOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 561student-teacher ratio 18.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 22Rose Hill Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 268student-teacher ratio 16.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 23Paddock Road Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 288student-teacher ratio 16.0:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 24Jackson Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 267student-teacher ratio 15.7:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 25Grace Abbott Elem SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 458student-teacher ratio 19.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Nebraska education department. Rankings are relative to all public elementary schools in Nebraska. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Cody Elementary School
Millard Public Schools
314 students · 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 3% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 8.9
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 6.2
- 2
Manchester Elementary School
Elkhorn Public Schools
493 students · 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 4% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.7
- Growth
- 9.6
- Environment
- 5.5
- 3
Rohwer Elementary School
Millard Public Schools
455 students · 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 5% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 9.6
- Environment
- 4.7
- 4
Dundee Elementary School
Omaha Public Schools
495 students · 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–6th
Top 6% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.5
- Growth
- 9.8
- Environment
- 4.3
- 5
Oakdale Elementary School
Westside Community Schools
308 students · 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–6th
Top 6% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 8.9
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 6.8
- 6
Columbian Elementary School
Omaha Public Schools
270 students · 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 7% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 9.0
- Environment
- 5.8
- 7
Saddlebrook Elementary School
Omaha Public Schools
456 students · 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 9% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 8.9
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 5.6
- 8
Meadows Elementary School
Ralston Public Schools
316 students · 15.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–6th
Top 9% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.3
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 5.0
- 9
Hitchcock Elementary School
Millard Public Schools
232 students · 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 10% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.9
- Growth
- 8.9
- Environment
- 4.3
- 10
Carl a Swanson Elementary Sch
Westside Community Schools
289 students · 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–6th
Top 13% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.2
- Growth
- 8.1
- Environment
- 6.4
Questions
What is the best elementary school in Omaha, Nebraska?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Cody Elementary School is the top-rated elementary school in Omaha with a composite score of 8.9/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many elementary schools are in Omaha, Nebraska?
Omaha has 136 elementary schools. Of these, 133 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average elementary school rating in Omaha?
Among 133 Omaha elementary schools with a composite score, the average is 5.8/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Nebraska).
How does MySchoolScout rate elementary schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Nebraska, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Nebraska, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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