Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Western Hills Magnet Center 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Hills Magnet Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Western Hills Magnet Center's student population of 370 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Western Hills Magnet Center 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 Western Hills Magnet Center is 0.76, 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
#838 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
32%
7%
White
30%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Western Hills Magnet Center's ranking?
Western Hills Magnet Center is ranked #838 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Western Hills Magnet Center often compared to?
Western Hills Magnet Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Dundee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Western Hills Magnet Center?
370 students attend Western Hills Magnet Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Western Hills Magnet Center students are Black, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Hills Magnet Center?
Western Hills Magnet Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Western Hills Magnet Center offer ?
Western Hills Magnet Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Hills Magnet Center part of?
Western Hills Magnet Center is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Hills Magnet Center located?
Western Hills Magnet Center is located in the South Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 9 other public schools located in South Omaha.
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