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Nelson Mandela Elementary School in Omaha, NE serves 286 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 5th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting in North Omaha.
Founded in 1919, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 18:11.
The school reports 95% students of color, ranking in the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for diversity.
Tuition assistance is available to all students, with 100% of enrolled students receiving an average financial aid grant of $4,300.
Admissions are rolling with an acceptance rate of approximately 90%, offering families flexible enrollment options.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 286 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2025-26)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 286 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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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).
