Average
#548 of 967 schools in NE
Lothrop Magnet Center
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
3300 NORTH 22 STREET, Omaha, NE 68110
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#548 of 967
In Omaha
#49 of 146
public schools
In district
#10 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Lothrop Magnet Center
Elementary School in Omaha · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lothrop Magnet Center
Lothrop Magnet Center is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Lothrop Magnet Center serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lothrop Magnet Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #548 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Lothrop Magnet Center show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lothrop Magnet Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Lothrop Magnet Center — Students at Lothrop Magnet Center score 24% 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: 9.2/10.
How Lothrop Magnet Center Compares
See how Lothrop Magnet Center 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
3300 NORTH 22 STREET, Omaha, NE 68110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lothrop Magnet Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NELSON MANDELA ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| KING SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| JESUIT ACADEMY Omaha | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 0.6 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| DRUID HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| SKINNER MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - KELLOM Omaha | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| KELLOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| MILLER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SHERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 2.0 |
| NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED Omaha | 1.7 mi | — |
| GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| NELSON MANDELA ELEM. Omaha | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,517
Median Home Value
$113,800
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
9,403
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 6.1 |
| J STERLING MORTON ELEM SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 6.1 |
| PICOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 6.1 |
| RUMSEY STATION ELEMENTARY SCH Papillion, NE | 6.1 |
| TRUMBLE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion, NE | 6.1 |
| WALT DISNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lothrop Magnet Center
What grades does Lothrop Magnet Center serve?
Lothrop Magnet Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lothrop Magnet Center?
Lothrop Magnet Center has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lothrop Magnet Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lothrop Magnet Center is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lothrop Magnet Center rank in NE?
Lothrop Magnet Center ranks #548 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Lothrop Magnet Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lothrop Magnet Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Lothrop Magnet Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lothrop Magnet Center has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lothrop Magnet Center a charter school?
No, Lothrop Magnet Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lothrop Magnet Center a Title I school?
No, Lothrop Magnet Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.1%
- Phone
- (531) 299-1780
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #10 of 89
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