Serving 117 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Catlin 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catlin Magnet Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Catlin Magnet Center's student population of 117 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Catlin 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 Catlin Magnet Center is 0.70, 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
#575 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
30%
22%
Black
11%
7%
White
43%
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
76%
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 Catlin Magnet Center's ranking?
Catlin Magnet Center is ranked #575 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Catlin Magnet Center often compared to?
Catlin Magnet Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Dundee Elementary School, Belle Ryan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Catlin Magnet Center?
117 students attend Catlin Magnet Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Catlin Magnet Center students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catlin Magnet Center?
Catlin Magnet Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Catlin Magnet Center offer ?
Catlin Magnet Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catlin Magnet Center part of?
Catlin Magnet Center is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Catlin Magnet Center located?
Catlin Magnet Center is located in the Royalwood Estates neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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