At a glance
Reported students
377
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
25.9
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nebraska elementary enrollment
72nd percentile
Compared with 530 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
366
Western Hills Elementary School: 377 reported students.
State peer staffing position
67th percentile
14.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 358
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30.83
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.6:1
What the reported data says about Western Hills Elementary School
Western Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Omaha. It is one of 112 current school records connected to Omaha Public Schools. NCES reports 377 students for 2024–25.
Among 530 elementary schools in Nebraska with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 286 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 72nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.6:1, close to the Nebraska median of 13.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (31.3%) and Black (30.8%). English learners represent 8.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 22.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Western Hills Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 14.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 25.9 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 8.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 22.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.4
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.45
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White31.3%
- Hispanic19.1%
- Black30.8%
- Asian4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial14.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Omaha Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Wakonda Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
374 reported students
Picotte Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
369 reported students
Chandler View Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
368 reported students
Gilder Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
389 reported students
Belvedere Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
364 reported students
Forest Station Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
362 reported students
Public schools near Western Hills Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Elementary School Elementary · Westside Community Schools | PK–06 | 391 | 0.8 mi |
| Harrison Elementary School Elementary · Omaha Public Schools | PK–06 | 286 | 0.9 mi |
| Benson West Elementary School Elementary · Omaha Public Schools | PK–05 | 268 | 1.1 mi |
| Dundee Elementary School Elementary · Omaha Public Schools | PK–06 | 468 | 1.2 mi |
| Rose Hill Elementary School Elementary · Omaha Public Schools | PK–05 | 287 | 1.2 mi |
| Westbrook Elementary School Elementary · Westside Community Schools | PK–06 | 545 | 1.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Western Hills Elementary School
What grades does Western Hills Elementary School serve?
Western Hills Elementary School reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Omaha Public Schools.
How many students attend Western Hills Elementary School?
Western Hills Elementary School reported 377 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 72nd percentile among 530 Nebraska elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 358 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Western Hills Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 14.6:1, based on 377 students and 25.9 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nebraska median for the same school level is 13.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Western Hills Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Western Hills Elementary School is a public school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Western Hills Elementary School in?
Western Hills Elementary School is part of Omaha Public Schools, based in Omaha, NE, which operates 112 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Western Hills Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Hillside Elementary School (0.8 mi), Harrison Elementary School (0.9 mi), Benson West Elementary School (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.