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Harvey Oaks Elementary School

15228 Shirley St
Omaha, NE 68144
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harvey Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 20% in NE
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Harvey Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Harvey Oaks Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The mission of Harvey Oaks is to guarantee that each student develops character traits and academic skills necessary for personal excellence and responsible citizenship in a global society.

School Rankings

Harvey Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvey Oaks Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NE)
#134 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
70-74%
58%
65-69%
47%
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
84%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Harvey Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Harvey Oaks Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Harvey Oaks Elementary School?
346 students attend Harvey Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Harvey Oaks Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvey Oaks Elementary School?
Harvey Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harvey Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Harvey Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harvey Oaks Elementary School part of?
Harvey Oaks Elementary School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Harvey Oaks Elementary School located?
Harvey Oaks Elementary School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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