Summary:
The 68107 zip code area of Omaha, Nebraska is home to 7 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Omaha Public Schools district. While some schools like Gomez Heritage Elementary and Highland Elementary stand out for their stronger academic performance, the data reveals significant disparities in proficiency rates across the schools in this area.
The highest-performing schools have 3rd-5th grade English Language Arts and math proficiency rates around 30-50%, while the lowest-performing schools fall in the 20-30% range. This suggests achievement gaps that need to be addressed. Additionally, all schools in the 68107 area have a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 21.1%, well above the state average, which likely contributes to the low academic outcomes. Interestingly, the two magnet schools in the area, R.M. Marrs Magnet Middle and Spring Lake Magnet Center, do not appear to be outperforming the other schools despite their specialized status.
The variation in per-student spending, from $15,744 at Gateway Elementary to $18,379 at Highland Elementary, does not seem to directly correlate with academic outcomes, suggesting that factors beyond funding may be more influential. Overall, the data highlights systemic challenges within the Omaha Public Schools district that need to be addressed to support student success in the 68107 area.
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