Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boyd 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 25% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 80% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Boyd Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Boyd 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 Boyd Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#822 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
3%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
33%
7%
White
20%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Boyd Elementary School's ranking?
Boyd Elementary School is ranked #822 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Boyd Elementary School often compared to?
Boyd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Belle Ryan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Boyd Elementary School?
543 students attend Boyd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Boyd Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boyd Elementary School?
Boyd Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boyd Elementary School offer ?
Boyd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boyd Elementary School part of?
Boyd Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Boyd Elementary School located?
Boyd Elementary School is located in the Keystone neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Keystone.
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