Summary:
The 68117 zip code area in Omaha, Nebraska is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 alternative high school, all part of the Omaha Public Schools district, except for one elementary school that is part of the Ralston Public Schools district. These schools serve a diverse student population, with a high percentage of Hispanic and African American students.
Among the standout schools in this area is the Wilson Focus School, which ranks 111 out of 459 Nebraska elementary schools and significantly outperforms the Omaha Public Schools district and state averages in test scores across all grade levels and subjects. The school also has the lowest student-teacher ratio of 11.9 among the schools in the data set. Another high-performing school is Belle Ryan Elementary School, which outperforms the district and state in several grade levels and subjects, despite being ranked lower overall.
The data also reveals variations in spending per student, ranging from $16,483 at Karen Western Elementary School to $23,567 at Buena Vista High School, which is likely due to its status as an alternative school. The lower student-teacher ratios at Wilson Focus School and Belle Ryan Elementary School may contribute to their stronger academic performance, highlighting the importance of resource allocation and staffing in supporting student learning.
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