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 (2026)
- 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)
Top Rankings
Nelson Mandela Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
286 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
11 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
There is a uniform required.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
No family pays more than $1000, regardless of the number of children attending, even though our official is $5000.
% on Financial Aid
100%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,300
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Rob Laird
School Notes
- School Motto: Education is the most powerful weapon that you can use to change the world.
- School Mascot: Meerkat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Nelson Mandela Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of Nelson Mandela Elementary School is 90%, which is lower than the national average of 91%.
When is the application deadline for Nelson Mandela Elementary School?
The application deadline for Nelson Mandela Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Nelson Mandela Elementary School located?
Nelson Mandela Elementary School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 8 other private schools located in North Omaha.
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8202 N 31st St
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
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(402) 315-3500
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Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
2205 Binney St
Omaha, NE 68110
(402) 455-5858
Omaha, NE 68110
(402) 455-5858
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
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Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 345-2002
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 345-2002
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 75 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
2901 Fontenelle Blvd
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 451-5403
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 451-5403
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Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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(402) 558-3800
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