Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beals 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beals Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beals Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beals Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beals Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#837 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
44%
22%
Black
14%
7%
White
30%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beals Elementary School's ranking?
Beals Elementary School is ranked #837 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Beals Elementary School often compared to?
Beals Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Beals Elementary School?
291 students attend Beals Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Beals Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beals Elementary School?
Beals Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beals Elementary School offer ?
Beals Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beals Elementary School part of?
Beals Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Beals Elementary School located?
Beals Elementary School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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