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Best Schools in Omaha, Nebraska

193 schools · 136 Elementary · 23 Middle · 21 High · 13 Other

Last updated: August 2026

Public: 150

Private: 43

Districts: 7

Avg Rating: 5.4/10

Estimated Scores: 3%

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Choosing a school in Omaha?

Use this page to compare every school in Omaha by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Elementary · Elkhorn Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Other. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Elementary · Millard Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Omaha for 2026 are Manchester Elementary School (9.0/10), Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School (9.0/10), and Upchurch Elementary (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

193

150 public · 43 private

Avg Score

5.4

out of 10

Median Home

$240,977

home value · ACS

Districts

serving the city

Schools

193

150 public · 43 private

Avg Score

5.4

out of 10

Median Home

$240,977

home value · ACS

Districts

serving the city

Best value · beats the odds

Meadows Elementary School

Rates 7.7/10 despite 55% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Omaha schools.

Top-Rated Schools in Omaha

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 193). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Manchester Elementary School	9.0 / 10	Elementary	+0.8	97th
2	Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School	9.0 / 10	Other	—	100th
3	Upchurch Elementary	8.8 / 10	Elementary	+1.3	94th
4	Loveland Elementary School	8.8 / 10	Elementary	+1.8	94th
5	Spring Ridge Elementary	8.7 / 10	Elementary	+0.3	93th
6	Elkhorn Ridge Middle School	8.7 / 10	Middle	+0.3	93th
7	Hitchcock Elementary School	8.7 / 10	Elementary	+2.0	92th
8	Columbian Elementary School	8.7 / 10	Elementary	—	92th
9	Mercy High School	8.7 / 10	High	—	99th
10	Westmont Elementary School	8.5 / 10	Elementary	+1.5	90th

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.4/10
Median household income: $81,999
Median home value: $240,977
Bachelor's degree or higher: 40%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 63%

How Omaha compares

Nebraska rank

#84 of 98

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.9

below Nebraska avg (6.2)

Median household income

$82k

110% of Nebraska median

Schools in this city

183

Education Snapshot

Omaha, Nebraska

Omaha's 193 schools span 7 districts and enroll roughly 96,878 students — the city's pipeline skews heavily toward early grades, with 136 elementary schools feeding into only 23 middle and 21 high schools. The composite MySchoolScout rating averages 5.3/10 across 183 scored schools, sitting 0.9 points below the Nebraska state average of 6.2/10. That gap stands out against Omaha's income profile: a median household income of $79,263 runs 3% above the Nebraska state median of $77,002, so lower ratings here can't be attributed to economic disadvantage at the city level. Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher reach 38%. Parents should filter individual school scores across all 7 districts rather than relying on the citywide composite — quality variation within Omaha is wide enough that the 5.3 average obscures meaningfully better options alongside the underperformers that pull it down.

About Schools in Omaha, Nebraska

Omaha's public school system spans 146 ranked schools, giving parents a wide field to evaluate. The citywide average sits at 5.5 out of 10 — a middle-of-the-road baseline that masks real variation at both ends. Twenty-four percent of schools, 35 in total, score 7 or higher, meaning strong options exist but require deliberate searching rather than geographic luck.

The top of the rankings is anchored by Westmont Elementary School and Sunset Hills Elementary School, both scoring 8.8 out of 10 — the highest marks in the city. Walt Disney Elementary rounds out the elite elementary tier at 8.5. For families with high schoolers, Elkhorn North (8.7) and Elkhorn South (8.5) lead the secondary rankings and consistently outperform most peers in the metro. The Elkhorn cluster in particular draws attention from parents prioritizing academic performance at the high school level.

Performance is unevenly distributed across Omaha's geography. The highest-scoring schools tend to cluster in the western and suburban-adjacent corridors, while schools closer to the urban core show more variability. That 5.5 average reflects a city where top-quartile schools punch well above the midpoint but a significant share of the district still falls below it. Parents who filter only by neighborhood boundaries may miss schools scoring in the 7–8 range that are within practical reach.

Practically speaking, Omaha rewards research. With 35 schools above the 7-point threshold and five institutions scoring 8.5 or better, quality options exist across both elementary and high school levels — but they are not uniformly distributed. Families entering the city for the first time should start by identifying which schools fall in that top 24%, then layer in commute, program fit, and enrollment availability. The Elkhorn high schools set a high bar for secondary academics, while Westmont and Sunset Hills establish what top-tier elementary performance looks like here. Use those benchmarks to calibrate every other school you consider.

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Elementary Schools

136 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Manchester Elementary School 493 students · Pre-K–5th	493	Pre-K–5th	9.0
2	Upchurch Elementary 396 students · Pre-K–5th	396	Pre-K–5th	8.8
3	Loveland Elementary School 287 students · Pre-K–6th	287	Pre-K–6th	8.8
4	Spring Ridge Elementary 490 students · Pre-K–5th	490	Pre-K–5th	8.7
5	Hitchcock Elementary School 232 students · Pre-K–5th	232	Pre-K–5th	8.7
6	Columbian Elementary School 270 students · Pre-K–5th	270	Pre-K–5th	8.7
7	Westmont Elementary School 272 students · Pre-K–6th	272	Pre-K–6th	8.5
8	Oakdale Elementary School 308 students · Pre-K–6th	308	Pre-K–6th	8.5
9	Aldrich Elementary 436 students · Pre-K–5th	436	Pre-K–5th	8.4
10	Ezra Millard Elementary Sch 470 students · Pre-K–5th	470	Pre-K–5th	8.4

Show all 136 elementary schools in Omaha

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.

Middle Schools

23 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Elkhorn Ridge Middle School 531 students · 6th–8th	531	6th–8th	8.7
2	Elkhorn Grandview Middle School 514 students · 6th–8th	514	6th–8th	7.8
3	Russell Middle School 738 students · 6th–8th	738	6th–8th	6.7
4	Beadle Middle School 1,008 students · 6th–8th	1,008	6th–8th	6.7
5	Kiewit Middle School 958 students · 6th–8th	958	6th–8th	6.7
6	Westside Middle School 939 students · 7th–8th	939	7th–8th	5.7
7	Harry Andersen Middle School 908 students · 6th–8th	908	6th–8th	5.6
8	Millard North Middle School 811 students · 6th–8th	811	6th–8th	5.4
9	Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School 637 students · 6th–8th	637	6th–8th	4.7
10	Beveridge Magnet Middle School 746 students · 6th–8th	746	6th–8th	4.5

Show all 23 middle schools in Omaha

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.

Lewis & Clark Middle School Bryan Middle School Norris Middle School Millard Central Middle School Monroe Middle School Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School King Science/tech Magnet Middle School R M Marrs Magnet Middle School Mc Millan Magnet Middle School Morton Magnet Middle School Alfonza W Davis Middle School Jesuit AcademyPrivate Omaha Memorial Sda SchoolPrivate

High Schools

21 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Elkhorn South High School 1,407 students · 9th–12th	1,407	9th–12th	7.8
2	Millard North High School 2,534 students · 9th–12th	2,534	9th–12th	7.2
3	Millard West High School 2,304 students · 9th–12th	2,304	9th–12th	6.9
4	Elkhorn North High School 1,003 students · 9th–12th	1,003	9th–12th	6.7
5	Millard South High School 2,579 students · 9th–12th	2,579	9th–12th	6.3
6	Westside High School 2,138 students · 9th–12th	2,138	9th–12th	5.9
7	Central High School 2,674 students · 9th–12th	2,674	9th–12th	5.0
8	Burke High School 1,729 students · 9th–12th	1,729	9th–12th	4.7
9	South High School 2,495 students · 9th–12th	2,495	9th–12th	4.0
10	Benson High School 1,490 students · 9th–12th	1,490	9th–12th	3.8

Show all 21 high schools in Omaha

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.

North High School Northwest High School Bryan High School Ncyf Community High School Mercy High SchoolPrivate Duchesne Academy of the Sacred HeartPrivate Concordia Jr.-sr. High SchoolPrivate Roncalli Catholic High SchoolPrivate Omaha Street SchoolPrivate Creighton Preparatory SchoolPrivate Vj & Angela Skutt Catholic High SchoolPrivate

Other Schools

13 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Early Childhood Center at Gateway 72 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	72	Pre-K–Pre-K	4.9
2	Early Childhood Center at Educare - Kellom 156 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	156	Pre-K–Pre-K	4.7
3	Early Childhood Center at Educare - Indian Hill 181 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	181	Pre-K–Pre-K	4.7
4	Early Learning Center (0-3) at Gateway 40 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	40	Pre-K–Pre-K	3.3
5	Early Learning Center (pk) at Kennedy 60 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	60	Pre-K–Pre-K	3.3
6	Omaha Public Schools Homebased 7 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	7	Pre-K–Pre-K	—
7	Early Learning Center (0-3) at Kennedy 6 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	6	Pre-K–Pre-K	—
8	Buena Vista High School 1,153 students · 9th–11th	1,153	9th–11th	—
Private Schools5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Brownell Talbot College Preparatory SchoolPrivate 365 students · Pre-K–12th	365	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
2	Omaha Christian AcademyPrivate 292 students · Pre-K–12th	292	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated

Show all 13 other schools in Omaha

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.

Omaha Baptist AcademyPrivate Heartland SchoolPrivate Madonna SchoolPrivate

Schools in Omaha

Omaha, Nebraska · 193 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 30 ZIP codes

Median Income

$81,999

Median Home Value

$240,977

Median Rent

$1,250/mo

Population

561,730

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Community Profile

Omaha has a median household income of $81,999. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $240,977, with a median rent of $1,250/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Nebraska
Elementary: 136
Middle: 23
High: 21
Other: 13

Resources

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School Districts (7)

NCYF COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

1 school · 20 students

ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

20 schools · 11,455 students

MILLARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

36 schools · 23,300 students

OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

112 schools · 51,693 students

SPRINGFIELD PLATTEVIEW COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

4 schools · 1,233 students

RALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

8 schools · 3,409 students

WESTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

14 schools · 6,319 students

Nearby Cities

Papillion(19 schools)

7 mi

Bennington(9 schools)

9 mi

Bellevue(34 schools)

10 mi

Springfield(3 schools)

Fort Calhoun(2 schools)

14 mi

Louisville(3 schools)

19 mi

Plattsmouth(6 schools)

Other Major Cities in Nebraska

Top metros statewide by school count.

Lincoln86 schools Grand Island27 schools

Featured Rankings

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Omaha, Nebraska

How many schools are in Omaha, Nebraska?

Omaha has 193 schools, including 150 public and 43 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Omaha, Nebraska?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Omaha is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Omaha, Nebraska?

The top-ranked school in Omaha on MySchoolScout is Manchester Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Omaha, Nebraska?

The top-ranked elementary school in Omaha on MySchoolScout is Manchester Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Omaha, Nebraska?

The top-ranked middle school in Omaha on MySchoolScout is Elkhorn Ridge Middle School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best high school in Omaha, Nebraska?

The top-ranked high school in Omaha on MySchoolScout is Mercy High School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

How many school districts serve Omaha, Nebraska?

Omaha is served by 7 school districts: Ncyf Community High School, Elkhorn Public Schools, Millard Public Schools, Omaha Public Schools, Springfield Platteview Community Schools, Ralston Public Schools, Westside Community Schools.

What is the education level in Omaha, Nebraska?

According to Census data, 40% of adults in Omaha have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Omaha, Nebraska?

The median household income in Omaha is approximately $81,999 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Omaha, Nebraska?

Yes, Omaha has 43 private schools alongside 150 public schools. The top-rated private school is Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School with a score of 9.0/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Omaha, Nebraska?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Omaha is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Omaha, Nebraska?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Nebraska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.