Hitchcock Elementary School

Hitchcock Elementary School serves 232 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Omaha, providing an exceptional educational foundation in Douglas County. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 and 16 full-time equivalent teachers, the school creates an environment where each child receives focused attention. The academic excellence at Hitchcock is impressive, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranking 38th among Nebraska's 974 elementary schools, placing it in the 96th percentile statewide.

Students demonstrate strong academic achievement with 87% reaching proficient or above levels in both English Language Arts/Reading and mathematics across all grade levels tested. Located in the 68127 ZIP code area, Hitchcock Elementary sits in a stable middle-class neighborhood where the median household income is $62,836 and median home value is $216,500. The community shows a commitment to education, with 36% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 11.8%.

This combination of strong academic performance, reasonable class sizes, and a supportive community environment makes Hitchcock Elementary an attractive choice for families seeking quality public education. The school operates within Omaha's large city setting, offering students access to urban resources while maintaining a neighborhood school atmosphere.