Aspen Creek Elementary School

Summary:

Aspen Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, Nebraska, serving grades PK-5 with a student population of 481. As part of the Gretna Public Schools district, which is ranked 16th out of 212 districts in Nebraska, Aspen Creek stands out for its consistently strong academic performance and high statewide rankings.

Aspen Creek Elementary consistently outperforms the state and district averages in standardized test scores, with 91% of 3rd graders, 82% of 4th graders, and 72% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state averages of 63%, 55%, and 56%, respectively. In mathematics, the school had 81% of 3rd graders, 85% of 4th graders, and 83% of 5th graders proficient or better, compared to the state averages of 58%, 58%, and 65%. This strong academic performance has earned Aspen Creek a ranking of 38 out of 459 schools in Nebraska, placing it in the top 10% of elementary schools in the state.

Aspen Creek Elementary also stands out for its low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at just 4.37% in the 2022-2023 school year, significantly lower than the state and district averages. The school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 15.8 and higher per-student spending of $12,347 may contribute to its success. While Aspen Creek has a predominantly white student population, the school has seen a slight increase in the percentage of students from other racial backgrounds over the past three years, a trend worth monitoring. Compared to other Millard Public Schools and Gretna Public Schools in the area, Aspen Creek Elementary consistently outperforms its peers, making it a standout choice for families in the Omaha region.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

10325 South 188th Street
Omaha, NE 68136

(402) 332-5617

District: Gretna Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
38^th of 459 Nebraska Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,347

Student/teacher ratio: 15.8

Number of students: 481

Racial breakdown:

White:

90.2%

Hispanic:

4.4%

Asian:

2.1%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 4.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Aspen Creek Elementary School ranks better than 91.7% of elementary schools in Nebraska. It also ranks first among 7 ranked elementary schools in the Gretna Public Schools District! (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 86.35. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (90.2%), Hispanic (4.4%), Asian (2.1%). (See more...)

Compare Details 4.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the Gretna Public Schools District. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Aspen Creek Elementary School is 15.8, which is the highest among 7 elementary schools in the Gretna Public Schools District! (See more...)

Compare Aspen Creek Elementary School employs 30.4 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Aspen Creek Elementary School is $12,347. 4 elementary schools in the Gretna Public Schools District spend more per student.

Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Aspen Creek Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Aspen Creek Elementary School 38^th of 459 Nebraska public elementary schools. (See Aspen Creek Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Female students:

Male students:

White students:

Gretna Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Gretna Public Schools 16^th of 212 Nebraska school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Aspen Creek Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Aspen Creek Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NE State Percentile
2019	84.79	47^th	452	89.6%
2021	78.44	72^nd	442	83.7%
2022	84.71	46^th	457	89.9%
2023	86.35	38^th	459	91.7%

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Rank History for Female students at Aspen Creek Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NE State Percentile
2019	82.78	45^th	349	87.1%
2021	86.17	26^th	318	91.8%
2022	86.99	27^th	337	92.0%
2023	83.32	44^th	349	87.4%

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Rank History for Male students at Aspen Creek Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NE State Percentile
2019	83.07	49^th	367	86.6%
2021	62.85	104^th	328	68.3%
2022	76.97	57^th	356	84.0%
2023	87.02	26^th	366	92.9%

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Rank History for White students at Aspen Creek Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NE State Percentile
2019	79.12	54^th	391	86.2%
2021	63.41	108^th	368	70.7%
2022	76.82	62^nd	388	84.0%
2023	80.94	50^th	385	87.0%

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Data source: test scores: Nebraska Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Nebraska Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Aspen Creek Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2018	481	4	5	20	0	6	516
2019	545	2	5	24	1	13	590
2020	579	2	8	25	1	15	630
2021	462	0	4	25	2	9	502
2022	400	2	2	19	1	9	433
2023	434	4	10	21	2	10	481

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Aspen Creek Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2018	516	29.5	17.4	5.4
2019	590	33.0	17.8	5.1
2020	630	36.1	17.4	5.1
2021	502	33.1	15.1	4.2
2022	433	26.5	16.3	3.2
2023	481	30.4	15.8	4.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Aspen Creek Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2018	516	29.5	17.4	5.4
2019	590	33.0	17.8	5.1
2020	630	36.1	17.4	5.1
2021	502	33.1	15.1	4.2
2022	433	26.5	16.3	3.2
2023	481	30.4	15.8	4.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Aspen Creek Elementary School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$29 (0.3%)	$8,417 (88.1%)	$9,549
2020	$181 (1.9%)	$8,550 (87.5%)	$9,770
2021	$586 (5.0%)	$9,911 (83.7%)	$11,835
2022	$555 (4.4%)	$10,478 (83.5%)	$12,541
2023	$39 (0.3%)	$10,817 (87.6%)	$12,347

Data source: Nebraska Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Aspen Creek Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 47^th of 452 Elementary schools	Ranks 38^th of 459 Elementary schools	2.1%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Aspen Creek Elementary School)	70	91	21%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Gretna Public Schools)	76	80	4%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Nebraska)	56	63	7%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Aspen Creek Elementary School)	75	81	6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Gretna Public Schools)	76	69	7%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Nebraska)	55	58	3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Aspen Creek Elementary School)	64	82	18%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Gretna Public Schools)	71	73	2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Nebraska)	58	55	3%
4th Grade Mathematics (Aspen Creek Elementary School)	76	85	9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Gretna Public Schools)	68	76	8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Nebraska)	51	58	7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Aspen Creek Elementary School)	72	72
5th Grade English Language Arts (Gretna Public Schools)	64	72	8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Nebraska)	48	56	8%
5th Grade Mathematics (Aspen Creek Elementary School)	81	83	2%
5th Grade Mathematics (Gretna Public Schools)	78	82	4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Nebraska)	54	65	11%
5th Grade Science (Aspen Creek Elementary School)	91	85	6%
5th Grade Science (Gretna Public Schools)	87	89	2%
5th Grade Science (Nebraska)	68	76	8%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	590	481	18.5%
African American	2	4	100%
American Indian	1	2	100%
Asian	5	10	100%
Hispanic	24	21	12.5%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	545	434	20.4%
Two or More Races	13	10	23.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	5.1%	4.4%	0.7%

Schools Near Aspen Creek Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2023)				Ranking (2022)				NSCAS English Language Arts (2023)			NSCAS Mathematics (2023)			NSCAS Science (2023)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	SchoolDigger Rating (2023)	Average Standard Score (2022)	Statewide Rank (2022)	State Percentile (2022)	Rank Change from Previous Year	NSCAS English Language Arts 3rd Grade	NSCAS English Language Arts 4th Grade	NSCAS English Language Arts 5th Grade	NSCAS Mathematics 3rd Grade	NSCAS Mathematics 4th Grade	NSCAS Mathematics 5th Grade	NSCAS Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Aspen Creek Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	10325 South 188th Street	Omaha	68136	Sarpy County	Gretna Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(402) 332-5617	481	30	15.8	4.4%	434 (90.2%)	4 (0.8%)	21 (4.4%)	10 (2.1%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (2.1%)	86.3	38^th of 459 public elementary schools	91.7%		84.7	46^th of 457 public elementary schools	89.9%	8	91.0	82.0	72.0	81.0	85.0	83.0	85.0	$12,347	$39	$10,817
Squire John Thomas Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	11221 Northridge Drive	Gretna	68028	Sarpy County	Gretna Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(402) 332-5578	390	29	13.4	14.6%	328 (84.1%)	3 (0.8%)	29 (7.4%)	8 (2.1%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	21 (5.4%)	62.1	176^th of 459 public elementary schools	61.7%		60.6	178^th of 457 public elementary schools	61.1%	2	70.0	63.0	60.0	59.0	70.0	71.0	78.0	$13,267	$39	$11,555
Harvest Hills Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	19125 Fir Street	Gretna	68028	Sarpy County	Gretna Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(402) 332-5957	417	27	15.4	6.2%	367 (88.0%)	4 (1.0%)	22 (5.3%)	9 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (3.6%)	82.9	56^th of 459 public elementary schools	87.8%		84.1	51^st of 457 public elementary schools	88.8%	5	78.0	74.0	85.0	63.0	76.0	89.0	94.0	$12,544	$39	$10,779
Whitetail Creek Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	19110 Greenleaf Street	Omaha	68136	Sarpy County	Gretna Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(402) 895-3388	538	34	15.6	6.5%	465 (86.4%)	5 (0.9%)	31 (5.8%)	16 (3.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	21 (3.9%)	72.8	117^th of 459 public elementary schools	74.5%		86	38^th of 457 public elementary schools	91.7%	79	75.0	61.0	76.0	56.0	69.0	84.0	92.0	$11,411	$39	$10,136
Palisades Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	16820 Chutney Dr	Omaha	68136	Sarpy County	Gretna Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(402) 895-2194	490	33	14.8	5.9%	416 (84.9%)	10 (2.0%)	29 (5.9%)	17 (3.5%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (3.5%)	86.3	39^th of 459 public elementary schools	91.5%		85.6	40^th of 457 public elementary schools	91.2%	1	83.0	79.0	69.0	82.0	84.0	85.0	91.0	$12,968	$39	$11,573
Reeder Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	19202 Chandler St	Gretna	68028	Sarpy County	Millard Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(402) 715-6420	542	32	16.9	12.2%	470 (86.7%)	12 (2.2%)	26 (4.8%)	13 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.4%)	19 (3.5%)	93	11^th of 459 public elementary schools	97.6%		93.9	9^th of 457 public elementary schools	98.0%	2	89.0	81.0	87.0	81.0	86.0	99.0	98.0	$12,200	$1,382	$9,777
Upchurch Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	8686 S 165th St	Omaha	68136	Sarpy County	Millard Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(402) 715-7150	393	30	12.9	14.5%	311 (79.1%)	7 (1.8%)	26 (6.6%)	21 (5.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	27 (6.9%)	93.9	6^th of 459 public elementary schools	98.7%		94.8	8^th of 457 public elementary schools	98.2%	2	89.0	89.0	84.0	93.0	89.0	92.0	96.0	$14,321	$2,296	$10,884
Gretna Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	801 South St	Gretna	68028	Sarpy County	Gretna Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(402) 332-3341	463	32	14.4	13.0%	430 (92.9%)	3 (0.6%)	19 (4.1%)	5 (1.1%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.1%)	81.7	63^rd of 459 public elementary schools	86.3%		80.7	67^th of 457 public elementary schools	85.3%	4	81.0	80.0	70.0	66.0	78.0	83.0	91.0	$13,422	$39	$11,621
Wheeler Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	6707 S 178th St	Omaha	68135	Douglas County	Millard Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(402) 715-6250	657	36	18.0	18.0%	537 (81.7%)	12 (1.8%)	39 (5.9%)	34 (5.2%)	4 (0.6%)	1 (0.2%)	30 (4.6%)	88.8	24^th of 459 public elementary schools	94.8%		85.7	39^th of 457 public elementary schools	91.5%	15	78.0	79.0	83.0	79.0	86.0	88.0	95.0	$10,249	$319	$9,147
Falling Waters Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	5909 S 200th Ave	Omaha	68135	Douglas County	Gretna Public Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(402) 332-3938	516	34	15.2	13.4%	442 (85.7%)	8 (1.6%)	32 (6.2%)	8 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	26 (5.0%)	82.6	58^th of 459 public elementary schools	87.4%		71.4	107^th of 457 public elementary schools	76.6%	49	82.0	75.0	75.0	73.0	72.0	81.0	92.0	$11,833	$39	$10,526

Frequently Asked Questions about Aspen Creek Elementary School

What district is Aspen Creek Elementary School in?

Gretna Public Schools

What is the racial makeup of Aspen Creek Elementary School?

Students at Aspen Creek Elementary School are 90% White, 4% Hispanic, 2% Asian, 2% Two or more races.

How many students attend Aspen Creek Elementary School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 481 students attended Aspen Creek Elementary School.

Is Aspen Creek Elementary School a good school?

Yes. Aspen Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 8.3% of Nebraska elementary schools.

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