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#118 of 143 private schools in NE

Legacy Primary School

Elementary School

6860 N 166TH AVE, Omaha, NE 68116

Private

Enrollment

148

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#118 of 143

In Omaha

#28 of 37

public schools

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Legacy Primary School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Omaha · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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8.6/10

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About Legacy Primary School

Legacy Primary School is a private elementary school in Omaha, NE. Legacy Primary School serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Legacy Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 143 private schools in NE.

How it compares1.0 pts below NE schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • NE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 148 students, Legacy Primary 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.

Legacy Primary 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.

Legacy Primary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Legacy Primary School compares to 134 public schools serving similar grades in Omaha, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
148
This School
vs
434
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
Legacy Primary School Omaha Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Legacy Primary School (this school) 5.3
SAGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.7
SADDLEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.8
STANDING BEAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
ELKHORN GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.8
ALICE BUFFETT MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.3
MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.0
FULLERTON MAGNET CENTER 5.0
PICOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.1
ALFONZA W DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL 2.3
GRACE ABBOTT ELEM SCHOOL 8.2
EZRA MILLARD ELEMENTARY SCH 8.4
ALDRICH ELEMENTARY 8.4
KIEWIT MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.7
COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.8
PRAIRIE WIND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.9
ELKHORN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.7
SUNNY SLOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.8
SPRING RIDGE ELEMENTARY 8.7
JOSLYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.1
J STERLING MORTON ELEM SCHOOL 6.1

Showing 20 of 134 schools. View all schools in Omaha

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,085.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 148
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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)

White 98.6%
Hispanic 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6860 N 166TH AVE, Omaha, NE 68116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Legacy Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Bennington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Bennington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ANCHOR POINTE ELEMENTARY Bennington 0.4 mi 8.2
PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY Bennington 0.7 mi 8.6
WESTVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Bennington 0.7 mi
CONCORDIA JR.-SR. HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 7.3
STRATFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington 1.7 mi 4.9
STANDING BEAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 7.6
SAGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.5 mi 7.7
ELKHORN GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.7 mi 7.8
ELKHORN NORTH RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Elkhorn 1.5 mi 8.1
SADDLEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 5.8
BENNINGTON SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Bennington 2.0 mi 5.8
ELKHORN NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 1.9 mi 6.7
WOODBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn 1.7 mi 6.9
HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Bennington 2.3 mi 4.7
MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.6 mi 9.0
LA BELLA VITA MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Omaha 2.8 mi
ALICE BUFFETT MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 2.4 mi 3.3
BENNINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bennington 3.0 mi 8.8
BENNINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Bennington 3.1 mi 7.1
BENNINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bennington 3.2 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,182

Median Home Value

$319,900

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

34,209

College Educated

54.5%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

35.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CATLIN MAGNET CENTER Omaha, NE 5.3
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus, NE 5.3
LOOMIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Loomis, NE 5.3
PAWNEE CITY ELEMENTARY SCH Pawnee City, NE 5.3
SILVER LAKE ELEM SCH-BLADEN Bladen, NE 5.3
LEIGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leigh, NE 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Legacy Primary School

What grades does Legacy Primary School serve?

Legacy Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Legacy Primary School?

Legacy Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Legacy Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Legacy Primary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Legacy Primary School rank in NE?

Legacy Primary School ranks #118 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is Legacy Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Legacy Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Legacy Primary School a private school?

Yes, Legacy Primary School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Legacy Primary School a religious school?

No, Legacy Primary School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
148
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Douglas County

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