PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the WESTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS school district, located in OMAHA, NE with about 262 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 20 teachers, PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Westside Community Schools district in Omaha, Nebraska, is a neighborhood-focused institution that emphasizes a collaborative learning environment. As part of a district known for its long-standing tradition of academic excellence and community involvement, Prairie Lane serves a diverse student population with a commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and character development. The school is well-regarded for its close-knit atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and parents work in partnership to support the individual needs of every child through a comprehensive curriculum.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Prairie Lane is known for cultivating a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages students to be engaged, responsible citizens. The school utilizes the district’s "66" philosophy, which focuses on small class sizes, personalized learning, and a holistic approach to education that balances rigorous instruction with social-emotional support. By integrating modern educational practices with a strong sense of community, Prairie Lane provides a stable and nurturing foundation for students as they progress through their formative elementary years.
For more information, contact PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 390-6470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
OMAHA, NE 68144-4507
(402) 390-6470
PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in OMAHA, NE with about 262 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- WESTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 262
- Teachers:
- 20.26
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 262 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 76.3%
- Two or more races
- 9.5%
- Black or African American
- 5.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.3%
- Asian
- 3.1%
- Female
- 47.7%
- Male
- 52.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.