Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gifford Park 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gifford Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gifford Park Elementary School's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Gifford Park 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 Gifford Park Elementary School 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
#805 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
30%
22%
Black
34%
7%
White
16%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
68%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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 Gifford Park Elementary School's ranking?
Gifford Park Elementary School is ranked #805 out of 902 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 46% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Gifford Park Elementary School?
360 students attend Gifford Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Gifford Park Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gifford Park Elementary School?
Gifford Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gifford Park Elementary School offer ?
Gifford Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gifford Park Elementary School part of?
Gifford Park Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Gifford Park Elementary School located?
Gifford Park Elementary School is located in the Gifford Park neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 11 other public schools located in Gifford Park.
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