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#48 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 33% of private schools
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School
5071 CENTER ST, Omaha, NE 68106
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#48 of 143
In Omaha
#13 of 37
public schools
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Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School in Omaha · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Omaha, NE. Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Good Shepherd Lutheran School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Good Shepherd Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Good Shepherd Lutheran School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd Lutheran School compares to 128 public schools serving similar grades in Omaha, NE
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran School (this school) | 6.9 |
| BEALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| BELLE RYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| NORRIS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| FIELD CLUB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| WILSON FOCUS SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| KAREN WESTERN ELEMENTARY SCH | 3.5 |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| WESTERN HILLS MAGNET CENTER | 3.0 |
| LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| ASHLAND PARK/ROBBINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| LOVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| CASTELAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.5 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NE.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5071 CENTER ST, Omaha, NE 68106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILSON FOCUS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Omaha | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| BELLE RYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| NORRIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| WILSON FOCUS SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| BROWNELL TALBOT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| FIELD CLUB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| BUENA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | — |
| KAREN WESTERN ELEMENTARY SCH Omaha | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| ASHLAND PARK/ROBBINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| WESTERN HILLS MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Omaha | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,649
Median Home Value
$202,900
Median Rent
$1,234/mo
Population
21,928
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington, NE | 6.7 |
| LITCHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Litchfield, NE | 6.5 |
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT ELEM/BRUNING Bruning, NE | 7.4 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WESTERN NEBRASKA Scottsbluff, NE | 6.4 |
| EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington, NE | 6.4 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Platte, NE | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Lutheran School
What grades does Good Shepherd Lutheran School serve?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Lutheran School rank in NE?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School ranks #48 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is Good Shepherd Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Good Shepherd Lutheran School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Phone
- (402) 553-6760
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