Needs Improvement
#850 of 967 schools in NE
Sunny Slope Elementary School
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
10828 OLD MAPLE RD, Omaha, NE 68164
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#850 of 967
In Omaha
#101 of 146
public schools
In district
#48 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Sunny Slope Elementary School
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About Sunny Slope Elementary School
Sunny Slope Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Sunny Slope Elementary School serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunny Slope Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #850 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Sunny Slope Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Sunny Slope 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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Sunny Slope Elementary School — Students at Sunny Slope Elementary School score 32% 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: 4.0/10.
How Sunny Slope Elementary School Compares
See how Sunny Slope 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
10828 OLD MAPLE RD, Omaha, NE 68164
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunny Slope Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLUMBIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JAMES SETON SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FULLERTON MAGNET CENTER (rated 5.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Omaha | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| JOSLYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| PRAIRIE WIND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| MORTON MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| OMAHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Omaha | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| MASTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JAMES SETON SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CONCORDIA ACADEMY Omaha | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| BURKE HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| CRESTRIDGE MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| FULLERTON MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| COLUMBIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| ALFONZA W DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 3.2 mi | 2.3 |
| WESTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.9 mi | 2.6 |
| ALICE BUFFETT MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 3.8 |
| FORT CROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue, NE | 3.8 |
| HOLDREGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holdrege, NE | 3.8 |
| NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY Columbus, NE | 3.8 |
| HARTLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 3.7 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunny Slope Elementary School
What grades does Sunny Slope Elementary School serve?
Sunny Slope Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunny Slope Elementary School?
Sunny Slope Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Slope Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Slope Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunny Slope Elementary School rank in NE?
Sunny Slope Elementary School ranks #850 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Sunny Slope Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunny Slope Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Sunny Slope Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunny Slope Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunny Slope Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunny Slope Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunny Slope Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunny Slope 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
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (531) 299-2160
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #48 of 89
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