Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hartman 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 14% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hartman Elementary School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Hartman 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 Hartman 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
#859 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
50%
3%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
26%
7%
White
8%
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
79%
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 Hartman Elementary School's ranking?
Hartman Elementary School is ranked #859 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Hartman Elementary School?
478 students attend Hartman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hartman Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartman Elementary School?
Hartman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hartman Elementary School offer ?
Hartman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hartman Elementary School part of?
Hartman Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Hartman Elementary School located?
Hartman 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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