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#265 of 967 schools in NE

Top 27% in state

Standing Bear Elementary School

Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

15860 TAYLOR STREET, Omaha, NE 68116

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#265 of 967

In Omaha

#28 of 146

public schools

In district

#5 of 89

OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Standing Bear Elementary School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Omaha · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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About Standing Bear Elementary School

Standing Bear Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Standing Bear Elementary School serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Standing Bear Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Standing Bear Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 4.3
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,585
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Standing Bear Elementary School — Students at Standing Bear Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 83.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.5% (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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
68%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Standing Bear Elementary School Compares

See how Standing Bear Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
73th percentile in NE
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Programs & Offerings

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

15860 TAYLOR STREET, Omaha, NE 68116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Standing Bear Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bennington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EZRA MILLARD ELEMENTARY SCH (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CONCORDIA JR.-SR. HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 0.7 mi 7.3
SADDLEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.2 mi 5.8
LA BELLA VITA MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Omaha 1.5 mi
LEGACY PRIMARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 5.3
PICOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.5 mi 6.1
ALICE BUFFETT MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 3.3
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Omaha 1.4 mi 4.3
WESTVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Bennington 1.8 mi
GRACE ABBOTT ELEM SCHOOL Omaha 2.0 mi 8.2
MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 9.0
ANCHOR POINTE ELEMENTARY Bennington 2.0 mi 8.2
SAGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 1.6 mi 7.7
PINE CREEK ELEMENTARY Bennington 2.2 mi 8.6
ELKHORN NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 1.7 mi 6.7
ELKHORN GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 1.7 mi 7.8
FULLERTON MAGNET CENTER Omaha 1.7 mi 5.0
EZRA MILLARD ELEMENTARY SCH Omaha 2.0 mi 8.4
ALDRICH ELEMENTARY Omaha 2.4 mi 8.4
LIFEGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Omaha 2.6 mi 5.5
KIEWIT MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 2.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,182

Median Home Value

$319,900

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

34,209

College Educated

54.5%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

35.2

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School Rating
BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington, NE 7.6
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CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City, NE 7.6
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue, NE 7.6
HARVEST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gretna, NE 7.6
PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Standing Bear Elementary School

What grades does Standing Bear Elementary School serve?

Standing Bear Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Standing Bear Elementary School?

Standing Bear Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Standing Bear Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Standing Bear Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Standing Bear Elementary School rank in NE?

Standing Bear Elementary School ranks #265 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Standing Bear Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Standing Bear Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Standing Bear Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Standing Bear Elementary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Standing Bear Elementary School a charter school?

No, Standing Bear Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Standing Bear Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Standing Bear Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

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

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