Nelson Mandela Elementary School (2026-27 Profile)

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About the School

Nelson Mandela Elementary School in Omaha, NE serves 286 coâ€“ed students from preâ€“kindergarten through 5th grade in a nonsectarian, cityâ€“based setting in North Omaha.
Founded in 1919, the school operates with a studentâ€“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 (2026-27)

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)

School Rankings

Nelson Mandela Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Nelson Mandela Elementary School
Pre-K	62
Kind	42
1	37
2	44
3	43
4	36
5	11
8	11

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Year Founded

1919

School Calendar

School Motto

Education is the most powerful weapon that you can use to change the world.

Student Body

Total Students

286 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

95%

State avg.: 20%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

10%

Average Class Size

11 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

There is a uniform required.

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

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.: 85%

Admissions Director

Rob Laird

Sports

School Mascot

Meerkat

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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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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Omaha, NE is $7,447 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).