Heartland School

Heartland School provide educational services to students k-12, who are verified behaviorally disordered, in a therapeutic success based program.
The Heartland multi-disciplinary team provides a physically and emotionally safe environment, where students gain knowledge and skills which will make them successful and productive.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 36 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Heartland School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
1987

Student Body

Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Heartland School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • Heartland School provide educational services to students k-12, who are verified behaviorally disordered, in a therapeutic success based program.
  • The Heartland multi-disciplinary team provides a physically and emotionally safe environment, where students gain knowledge and skills which will make them successful and productive.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • George Spilker, Special Education Director -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Heartland School?
Heartland School famous alumni include: George Spilker, Special Education Director.
When is the application deadline for Heartland School?
The application deadline for Heartland School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Heartland School located?
Heartland School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 8 other private schools located in South Central Omaha.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 36 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Omaha, NE is $8,371 for elementary schools and $11,902 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Omaha, NE is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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