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Below Average

#140 of 143 private schools in NE

St Stephen the Martyr School

Elementary School

16701 S ST, Omaha, NE 68135

Private

Enrollment

624

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#140 of 143

In Omaha

#36 of 37

public schools

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St Stephen the Martyr School

4.0/10

Elementary School in Omaha · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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6.7/10

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About St Stephen the Martyr School

St Stephen the Martyr School is a private elementary school in Omaha, NE. St Stephen the Martyr School serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. St Stephen the Martyr School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 143 private schools in NE.

How it compares2.3 pts below NE schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • NE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Stephen the Martyr 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Stephen the Martyr School compares to 135 public schools serving similar grades in Omaha, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
624
This School
vs
438
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.0
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%
Black 1.8% vs 0%
Asian 0.3% vs 0%
St Stephen the Martyr School Omaha Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Stephen the Martyr School (this school) 4.0
WILLOWDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.7
ACKERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0
BLACK ELK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5
HARRY ANDERSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.6
WHEELER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
BEADLE MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.7
NEIHARDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.9
ROHWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5
BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.1
UPCHURCH ELEMENTARY 8.8
NORMAN ROCKWELL ELEM SCHOOL 4.6
HOLLING HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL 6.2
WEST BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
J STERLING MORTON ELEM SCHOOL 6.1
REAGAN ELEMENTARY 7.0
HARVEY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.9
WILLA CATHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0
MILLARD NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.4
SPRING RIDGE ELEMENTARY 8.7

Showing 20 of 135 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)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 19%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 624
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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 89.6%
Two or More 5.0%
Hispanic 2.9%
Black 1.8%
Asian 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.3%
Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

16701 S ST, Omaha, NE 68135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Stephen the Martyr School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPCHURCH ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALISADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Gretna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACKERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLOWDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.3 mi 7.9
RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 0.5 mi 6.7
BLACK ELK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.9 mi 6.5
ACKERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 0.8 mi 8.0
MILLARD WEST HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 1.0 mi 6.9
HARRY ANDERSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.1 mi 5.6
WHEELER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.2 mi 7.4
ROHWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 7.5
NOOR ACADEMY NE Omaha 1.3 mi
BEADLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 6.7
NEIHARDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 3.9
MILLARD SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 1.5 mi 6.3
UPCHURCH ELEMENTARY Omaha 2.0 mi 8.8
VJ & ANGELA SKUTT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 2.1 mi 5.2
BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.8 mi 5.1
PALISADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gretna 2.6 mi 8.6
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Omaha 2.1 mi
J STERLING MORTON ELEM SCHOOL Omaha 2.7 mi 6.1
NORMAN ROCKWELL ELEM SCHOOL Omaha 2.2 mi 4.6
HARVEY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.9 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,563

Median Home Value

$323,300

Median Rent

$1,757/mo

Population

30,009

College Educated

57.1%

Homeownership

88.8%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

36.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 4.0
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 4.0
ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elkhorn, NE 4.0
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fremont, NE 4.0
ARNOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 4.1
CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Stephen the Martyr School

What grades does St Stephen the Martyr School serve?

St Stephen the Martyr School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Stephen the Martyr School?

St Stephen the Martyr School has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Stephen the Martyr School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Stephen the Martyr School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Stephen the Martyr School rank in NE?

St Stephen the Martyr School ranks #140 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is St Stephen the Martyr School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Stephen the Martyr School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Stephen the Martyr School a private school?

Yes, St Stephen the Martyr School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Stephen the Martyr School a religious school?

St Stephen the Martyr School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
624
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large City
County
Douglas County

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