Benson West Elementary School vs Western Hills Magnet Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Nebraska, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benson West Elementary School
Omaha · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
268 students
Western Hills Magnet Center
Omaha · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
377 students
| Measure | Benson West Elementary School Omaha, Nebraska | Western Hills Magnet Center Omaha, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #454 of 511 | #482 of 511 |
| National rank | #35952 of 50,301 | #43939 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 268 | 377 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 377 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| city | Omaha | Omaha |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benson West Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.9 vs 21.5).
- •Benson West Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Benson West Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Benson West Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.1).
- •Western Hills Magnet Center is the larger school with 377 students compared with 268.
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 West Elementary School better than Western Hills Magnet Center?
On the Success Index (US), Benson West Elementary School ranks higher (33.9 vs 21.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Benson West Elementary School and Western Hills Magnet Center?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Omaha and Omaha in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benson West Elementary School: 268. Western Hills Magnet Center: 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benson West Elementary School and Western Hills Magnet Center rank in Nebraska?
Benson West Elementary School is 454th of 511 and Western Hills Magnet Center is 482nd of 511 among elementary schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).