Average
#467 of 967 schools in NE
Top 48% in state
Gifford Park Elementary School
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
717 N 32ND ST, Omaha, NE 68131
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#467 of 967
In Omaha
#41 of 146
public schools
In district
#7 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Gifford Park Elementary School
Gifford Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Gifford Park Elementary School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gifford Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #467 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Gifford Park Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gifford Park Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at Gifford Park Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Gifford Park Elementary School — Students at Gifford Park Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Gifford Park Elementary School Compares
See how Gifford Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
717 N 32ND ST, Omaha, NE 68131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gifford Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED Omaha | 0.1 mi | — |
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Omaha | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| KELLOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - KELLOM Omaha | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| JESUIT ACADEMY Omaha | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 1.5 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| FIELD CLUB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| OMAHA STREET SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,800
Median Home Value
$224,500
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
13,928
College Educated
46.4%
Homeownership
24.3%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
28.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EVELYN HAMLOW ELEMENTARY Waverly, NE | 6.5 |
| GIBBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gibbon, NE | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 6.5 |
| UMO N HO N NATION ELEM SCHOOL Macy, NE | 6.5 |
| ANDERSON GROVE ELEMENTARY SCH Bellevue, NE | 6.6 |
| ENGLEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Island, NE | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gifford Park Elementary School
What grades does Gifford Park Elementary School serve?
Gifford Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Gifford Park Elementary School?
Gifford Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gifford Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gifford Park Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gifford Park Elementary School rank in NE?
Gifford Park Elementary School ranks #467 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Gifford Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gifford Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gifford Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gifford Park Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Gifford Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Gifford Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gifford Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Gifford Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (531) 299-2040
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #7 of 89
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