Benson High School vs Walnut Hill Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nebraska, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benson High School
Omaha ยท Public high ยท Grades 9โ12
1,488 students
Walnut Hill Elementary School
Omaha ยท Public elementary ยท Grades PKโ6
399 students
| Measure | Benson High School Omaha, Nebraska | Walnut Hill Elementary School Omaha, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 242 | #501 of 511 |
| National rank | #16429 of 16,910 | #48617 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9โ12 | Grades PKโ6 |
| Students | 1,488 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 1,488 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | โ | โ |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 24% |
| city | Omaha | Omaha |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.1 vs 12.7).
- โขWalnut Hill Elementary School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 15%).
- โขBenson High School does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 19%).
- โขWalnut Hill Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 18.6).
- โขBenson High School is the larger school with 1,488 students compared with 399.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benson High School better than Walnut Hill Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benson High School and Walnut Hill Elementary School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Omaha and Omaha in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benson High School: 1,488. Walnut Hill Elementary School: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benson High School and Walnut Hill Elementary School rank in Nebraska?
Benson High School is 241st of 242 and Walnut Hill Elementary School is 501st of 511 among high schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).