Needs Improvement
#858 of 967 schools in NE
Highland Elementary School
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
2625 JEFFERSON ST, Omaha, NE 68107
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#858 of 967
In Omaha
#102 of 146
public schools
In district
#49 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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About Highland Elementary School
Highland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Highland Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #858 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Highland 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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Highland Elementary School — Students at Highland Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.5/10.
How Highland Elementary School Compares
See how Highland 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
2625 JEFFERSON ST, Omaha, NE 68107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOREST STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bellevue), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PAWNEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - INDIAN HILL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| INDIAN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 2.1 |
| R M MARRS MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| CHANDLER VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| GOMEZ HERITAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 2.2 |
| SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| GILDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| SPRING LAKE MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT GATEWAY Omaha | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT GATEWAY Omaha | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| FOREST STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| GATEWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 1.9 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BRYAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| BELLEVUE WEST SR HIGH SCHOOL Bellevue | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ESU 3 HEAD START - BELLEVUE WEST Bellevue | 2.4 mi | — |
| PAWNEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BRYAN HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$142,900
Median Rent
$1,015/mo
Population
30,993
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
29.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARTLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 3.7 |
| ORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ord, NE | 3.7 |
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 3.8 |
| FORT CROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue, NE | 3.8 |
| HOLDREGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holdrege, NE | 3.8 |
| NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY Columbus, NE | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Elementary School
What grades does Highland Elementary School serve?
Highland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Elementary School rank in NE?
Highland Elementary School ranks #858 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Highland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Highland Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Highland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Highland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Highland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (531) 299-1580
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #49 of 89
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