Below Average
#829 of 967 schools in NE
King Elementary School
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
3706 MAPLE ST, Omaha, NE 68111
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#829 of 967
In Omaha
#94 of 146
public schools
In district
#42 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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About King Elementary School
King Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. King Elementary School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #829 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for King Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at King 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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King Elementary School — Students at King Elementary School score 17% 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: 5.7/10.
How King Elementary School Compares
See how King 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
3706 MAPLE ST, Omaha, NE 68111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OMAHA STREET SCHOOL Omaha | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 0.6 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| SKINNER MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| DRUID HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Omaha | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 1.6 |
| OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED Omaha | 1.3 mi | — |
| GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| JESUIT ACADEMY Omaha | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| MONROE MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| BENSON HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,010
Median Home Value
$101,800
Median Rent
$1,109/mo
Population
25,118
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
39.1%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
30.9%
Median Age
28.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings, NE | 4.0 |
| PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.0 |
| RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 4.0 |
| STODDARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beatrice, NE | 4.0 |
| BETZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue, NE | 4.1 |
| BLUMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King Elementary School
What grades does King Elementary School serve?
King Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend King Elementary School?
King Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at King Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King Elementary School rank in NE?
King Elementary School ranks #829 of 967 schools in NE.
What is King Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 King Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is King Elementary School a charter school?
No, King Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is King Elementary School a Title I school?
No, King 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
- 273
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (531) 299-1720
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #42 of 89
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