WESTERN HILLS MAGNET CENTER

WESTERN HILLS MAGNET CENTER is a public elementary school that is part of the OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in OMAHA, NE with about 247 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 24 teachers, WESTERN HILLS MAGNET CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WESTERN HILLS MAGNET CENTER, located at 5616 L Street in Omaha, Nebraska, is a dedicated magnet school within the Omaha Public Schools district. As a magnet institution, the school is designed to offer specialized programming that attracts students from across the district, often focusing on unique themes that distinguish it from traditional neighborhood schools. It serves a diverse student body and emphasizes a structured, curriculum-focused environment intended to foster academic growth and prepare students for success in their future educational endeavors.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to providing an inclusive learning community that integrates rigorous academic standards with enriching extracurricular opportunities. By utilizing the magnet school model, Western Hills strives to provide its students with specialized resources and innovative teaching methods tailored to enhance specific skill sets. It remains a key component of the Omaha community’s educational landscape, focusing on student achievement, social-emotional development, and a collaborative partnership between faculty, parents, and the broader district.

For more information, contact WESTERN HILLS MAGNET CENTER at (531) 299-2240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.