Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandoz Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandoz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandoz Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandoz Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandoz Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandoz Elementary School's ranking?
Sandoz Elementary School is ranked #338 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sandoz Elementary School?
338 students attend Sandoz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sandoz Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandoz Elementary School?
Sandoz Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sandoz Elementary School offer ?
Sandoz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sandoz Elementary School part of?
Sandoz Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandoz Elementary School located?
Sandoz Elementary School is located in the Northwest Community Council neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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