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Buena Vista High School
School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
5616 L STREET, Omaha, NE 68117
Enrollment
1,153
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
1,153
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Grades
9th – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Buena Vista High School
School in Omaha · grades 9th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buena Vista High School
Buena Vista High School is a public school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Buena Vista High School serves approximately 1,153 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
Buena Vista High School runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Buena Vista High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 1,153 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Address
- 5616 L STREET, Omaha, NE 68117
- Phone
- (531) 299-2900
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
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How Buena Vista High School Compares
See how Buena Vista High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5616 L STREET, Omaha, NE 68117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buena Vista High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT GATEWAY (rated 4.9/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT GATEWAY (rated 3.3/10, 1.5 miles away). For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILSON FOCUS SCHOOL Omaha | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ASHLAND PARK/ROBBINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| KAREN WESTERN ELEMENTARY SCH Omaha | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| GATEWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 1.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT GATEWAY Omaha | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT GATEWAY Omaha | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| BELLE RYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| NORRIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| PAWNEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| BEALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Omaha | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Omaha | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST GERALD SCHOOL Ralston | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SEYMOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ralston | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| G STANLEY HALL ELEMENTARY SCH La Vista | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,860
Median Home Value
$157,500
Median Rent
$1,328/mo
Population
8,499
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
37.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buena Vista High School
What grades does Buena Vista High School serve?
Buena Vista High School serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Buena Vista High School?
Buena Vista High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista High School is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Buena Vista High School a charter school?
No, Buena Vista High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buena Vista High School a Title I school?
No, Buena Vista High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 1,153
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (531) 299-2900
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
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