The brief
The top-rated elementary schools in Omaha for 2026 are Manchester Elementary School (9.0/10), Upchurch Elementary (8.8/10), and Loveland Elementary School (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 131 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.
- 19.0
- 28.8
- 38.8
- 48.7
- 58.7
- 68.7
- 78.5
- 88.5
- 98.4
- 108.4
All 131 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 131
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Manchester Elementary SchoolElkhorn Public Schoolsstudents 493student-teacher ratio 14.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 2Upchurch ElementaryMillard Public Schoolsstudents 396student-teacher ratio 13.7:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 3Loveland Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 287student-teacher ratio 15.9:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 4Spring Ridge ElementaryElkhorn Public Schoolsstudents 490student-teacher ratio 16.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 5Hitchcock Elementary SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 232student-teacher ratio 14.5:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 6Columbian Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 270student-teacher ratio 15.9:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 7Westmont Elementary SchoolSpringfield Platteview Community Schoolsstudents 272student-teacher ratio 13.6:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 8Oakdale Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 308student-teacher ratio 15.4:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 9Aldrich ElementaryMillard Public Schoolsstudents 436student-teacher ratio 17.4:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 10Ezra Millard Elementary SchMillard Public Schoolsstudents 470student-teacher ratio 16.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 11Prairie Lane Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 269student-teacher ratio 14.2:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 12Harrison Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 265student-teacher ratio 16.6:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 13Holy Name Catholic Schoolstudents 234student-teacher ratio 10.6:1grades Pre-K–8th
- 14Grace Abbott Elem SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 458student-teacher ratio 19.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 15Ponca Elementary SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 133student-teacher ratio 16.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 16Carl a Swanson Elementary SchWestside Community Schoolsstudents 289student-teacher ratio 15.2:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 17Sunset Hills Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 289student-teacher ratio 16.1:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 18Willa Cather Elementary SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 295student-teacher ratio 12.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 19Ackerman Elementary SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 487student-teacher ratio 16.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 20Wilson Focus SchoolOmaha Public Schoolsstudents 205student-teacher ratio 13.7:1grades 3rd–6th
- 21Willowdale Elementary SchoolMillard Public Schoolsstudents 468student-teacher ratio 16.7:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 22Rockbrook Elementary SchoolWestside Community Schoolsstudents 278student-teacher ratio 14.6:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 23Sagewood Elementary SchoolElkhorn Public Schoolsstudents 442student-teacher ratio 12.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 24Meadows Elementary SchoolRalston Public Schoolsstudents 316student-teacher ratio 15.0:1grades Pre-K–6th
- 25West Bay Elementary SchoolElkhorn Public Schoolsstudents 458student-teacher ratio 14.8:1grades 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
Manchester Elementary School
Elkhorn Public Schools
493 students · 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 3% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.9
- Growth
- 9.8
- Environment
- 5.5
- 2
Upchurch Elementary
Millard Public Schools
396 students · 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 6% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.9
- Growth
- 9.1
- Environment
- 6.3
- 3
Loveland Elementary School
Westside Community Schools
287 students · 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–6th
Top 6% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.7
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 6.5
- 4
Spring Ridge Elementary
Elkhorn Public Schools
490 students · 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 7% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 10.0
- Growth
- 9.8
- Environment
- 4.2
- 5
Hitchcock Elementary School
Millard Public Schools
232 students · 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 8% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 10.0
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 4.3
- 6
Columbian Elementary School
Omaha Public Schools
270 students · 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 8% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 5.8
- 7
Westmont Elementary School
Springfield Platteview Community Schools
272 students · 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–6th
Top 10% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 8.3
- Environment
- 7.7
- 8
Oakdale Elementary School
Westside Community Schools
308 students · 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–6th
Top 11% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.2
- Growth
- 8.7
- Environment
- 6.8
- 9
Aldrich Elementary
Millard Public Schools
436 students · 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 11% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 10.0
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 3.4
- 10
Ezra Millard Elementary Sch
Millard Public Schools
470 students · 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 11% in Nebraska
- Academics
- 9.8
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 3.9
Questions
What is the best elementary school in Omaha, Nebraska?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Manchester Elementary School is the top-rated elementary school in Omaha with a composite score of 9.0/10. 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, 132 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average elementary school rating in Omaha?
Among 132 Omaha elementary schools with a composite score, the average is 5.4/10. 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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