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#860 of 967 schools in NE

North High School

High School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

4410 N 36TH ST, Omaha, NE 68111

Enrollment

1,728

Student-Teacher

21.3:1

Score

3.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#860 of 967

In Omaha

#104 of 146

public schools

In district

#51 of 89

OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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North High School

3.7/10

High School in Omaha · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North High School

North High School is a public high school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. North High School serves approximately 1,728 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #860 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for North High School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.0
  • NE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at North High School 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.

North High School runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

78% of students at North High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College Readiness3.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate69%
AP Participation13.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,585
Chronic Absenteeism77.6%

North High School — Students at North High School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
25%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How North High School Compares

See how North High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
11th percentile in NE
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
81 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
77.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
13.8% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·29 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4410 N 36TH ST, Omaha, NE 68111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OMAHA STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NELSON MANDELA ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SKINNER MAGNET CENTER Omaha 0.3 mi 3.1
DRUID HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.5 mi 4.9
CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.6 mi 1.6
KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.9 mi 4.0
EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY Omaha 0.9 mi
EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY Omaha 0.9 mi 3.3
OMAHA STREET SCHOOL Omaha 1.0 mi 7.0
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 6.0
BELVEDERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.2 mi 2.6
MILLER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 3.1
HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 8.3
MC MILLAN MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 2.6
NELSON MANDELA ELEM. Omaha 1.4 mi 6.7
LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER Omaha 1.3 mi 6.1
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 4.5
KING SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.3 mi 3.0
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 4.1
WAKONDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.5 mi 5.6
FONTENELLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 3.2
MONTESSORI PARENTS COOP Omaha 1.4 mi

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
BENSON HIGH SCHOOL Omaha, NE 3.8
NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Omaha, NE 3.6
BRYAN HIGH SCHOOL Omaha, NE 3.5
NORTH PLATTE HIGH SCHOOL North Platte, NE 4.2
RALSTON HIGH SCHOOL Ralston, NE 4.2
LINCOLN NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North High School

What grades does North High School serve?

North High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North High School?

North High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,728 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North High School?

The student-teacher ratio at North High School is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North High School rank in NE?

North High School ranks #860 of 967 schools in NE.

What is North High School's MySchoolScout rating?

North High 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 North High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North High School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North High School a charter school?

No, North High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North High School a Title I school?

No, North High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,728
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
81
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
77.6%
4-Year Graduation
69.0%

District

OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
51,693
Schools in District
112
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,585
District Rank
#51 of 89

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