Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Minne Lusa 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minne Lusa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Minne Lusa Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Minne Lusa 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 Minne Lusa Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#883 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
53%
7%
White
17%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Minne Lusa Elementary School's ranking?
Minne Lusa Elementary School is ranked #883 out of 901 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Minne Lusa Elementary School?
342 students attend Minne Lusa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Minne Lusa Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minne Lusa Elementary School?
Minne Lusa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Minne Lusa Elementary School offer ?
Minne Lusa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minne Lusa Elementary School part of?
Minne Lusa Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Minne Lusa Elementary School located?
Minne Lusa 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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