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Very Good

#34 of 143 private schools in NE

Top 23% of private schools

Omaha Baptist Academy

School

3343 PEDERSEN DR, Omaha, NE 68144

Private

Enrollment

31

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#34 of 143

In Omaha

#8 of 37

public schools

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Omaha Baptist Academy

7.2/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Omaha Baptist Academy

Omaha Baptist Academy is a private school in Omaha, NE. Omaha Baptist Academy serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Omaha Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 143 private schools in NE.

How it compares1.0 pts above NE schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • NE avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, Omaha Baptist Academy 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.

At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Omaha Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Omaha Baptist Academy 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Omaha Baptist Academy compares to 143 public schools serving similar grades in Omaha, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
31
This School
vs
595
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.1% vs 0%
Asian 3.2% vs 0%
Omaha Baptist Academy Omaha Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Omaha Baptist Academy (this school) 7.2
OAK VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
CODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.9
PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.4
CATLIN MAGNET CENTER 5.3
BEVERIDGE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.5
OAKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.5
MILLARD CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.6
WILLA CATHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0
MILLARD NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.4
NORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.5
ROCKBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.8
MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.2
SANDOZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.3
CRESTRIDGE MAGNET CENTER 4.3
BLUMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
WALT DISNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.1
COLUMBIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.7
BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.1
BURKE HIGH SCHOOL 4.7
HITCHCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.7

Showing 20 of 143 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)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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Enrollment 31
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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 87.1%
Two or More 9.7%
Asian 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3343 PEDERSEN DR, Omaha, NE 68144

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Omaha Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COLUMBIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
OAK VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.2 mi 7.2
MARY OUR QUEEN SCHOOL Omaha 0.3 mi 5.3
CODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.5 mi 5.9
PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.7 mi 8.4
CATLIN MAGNET CENTER Omaha 1.0 mi 5.3
BEVERIDGE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 4.5
MILLARD CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.2 mi 3.6
NORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 5.5
OAKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 8.5
WILLA CATHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.3 mi 8.0
MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 6.2
MILLARD NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.3 mi 5.4
ROCKBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 7.8
SANDOZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.9 mi 5.3
CRESTRIDGE MAGNET CENTER Omaha 1.9 mi 4.3
COLUMBIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.1 mi 8.7
WALT DISNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.0 mi 6.1
HEARTLAND SCHOOL Omaha 2.1 mi 6.2
BURKE HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 2.4 mi 4.7
BLUMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.0 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,887

Median Home Value

$248,900

Median Rent

$1,138/mo

Population

25,468

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
SWORD OF THE SPIRIT ELEMENTARY-HIGH SCHOOL Papillion, NE 7.6
HEARTLAND SCHOOL Omaha, NE 6.2
MERIDIAN SCHOOL Scottsbluff, NE
VILLA MARIE SCHOOL Waverly, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Omaha Baptist Academy

What grades does Omaha Baptist Academy serve?

Omaha Baptist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Omaha Baptist Academy?

Omaha Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Omaha Baptist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Omaha Baptist Academy is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Omaha Baptist Academy rank in NE?

Omaha Baptist Academy ranks #34 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is Omaha Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Omaha Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Omaha Baptist Academy a private school?

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

Is Omaha Baptist Academy a religious school?

Omaha Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
31
Gender Split
35% M / 65% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Douglas County

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