Needs Improvement
#839 of 967 schools in NE
Prairie Wind Elementary School
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
10908 ELLISON AVE, Omaha, NE 68164
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#839 of 967
In Omaha
#97 of 146
public schools
In district
#44 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Prairie Wind Elementary School
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About Prairie Wind Elementary School
Prairie Wind Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Prairie Wind Elementary School serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Wind Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #839 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie Wind Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Prairie Wind 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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Prairie Wind Elementary School — Students at Prairie Wind Elementary School score 34% 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: 4.4/10.
How Prairie Wind Elementary School Compares
See how Prairie Wind 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
10908 ELLISON AVE, Omaha, NE 68164
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Wind Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JAMES SETON SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FULLERTON MAGNET CENTER (rated 5.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OMAHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Omaha | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| SUNNY SLOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| MASTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| MORTON MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JAMES SETON SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSLYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ALFONZA W DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | 2.3 |
| BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| FULLERTON MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| CONCORDIA ACADEMY Omaha | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| ALICE BUFFETT MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 2.8 mi | 3.3 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 3.0 mi | 3.1 |
| BURKE HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Omaha | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| WESTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 3.6 mi | 2.6 |
| CRESTRIDGE MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,688
Median Home Value
$241,200
Median Rent
$1,278/mo
Population
28,764
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Island, NE | 3.9 |
| NEIHARDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 3.9 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 3.9 |
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 4.0 |
| CAMPBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 3.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Wind Elementary School
What grades does Prairie Wind Elementary School serve?
Prairie Wind Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Prairie Wind Elementary School?
Prairie Wind Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Wind Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Wind Elementary School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Wind Elementary School rank in NE?
Prairie Wind Elementary School ranks #839 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Prairie Wind Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Wind Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Prairie Wind Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Wind Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Prairie Wind Elementary School a charter school?
No, Prairie Wind Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Wind Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Prairie Wind 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
- 724
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (531) 299-1980
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #44 of 89
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