Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walnut Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walnut Hill Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Hill Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#862 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
30%
22%
Black
36%
7%
White
10%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Walnut Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Hill Elementary School is ranked #862 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Walnut Hill Elementary School?
368 students attend Walnut Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Walnut Hill Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Hill Elementary School?
Walnut Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walnut Hill Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Walnut Hill Elementary School part of?
Walnut Hill Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Hill Elementary School located?
Walnut Hill Elementary School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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