Benson Magnet High School

Benson Magnet High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5120 Maple St,  Omaha, NE
Omaha Public Schools
3.9
2.5
1,545 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tom Wagner
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
840
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
17%
Average GPA
3.19
Graduation Rate
65%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B-
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.19
Reading Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
78
Full Time Teachers
78
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
840
Math
400
Verbal
440
Average ACT
18
Math
17
English
17
Reading
18
Science
18
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
19.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
344:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Black
34.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
25%
Hispanic
17.4%
White
15.2%
Two or more races
6.4%
Native American
1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Most Diverse Public HS in Nebraska
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Nebraska at Omaha 371 Students
University of Nebraska - Lincoln 235 Students
Metropolitan Community College - Nebraska 165 Students
Creighton University 120 Students
Wayne State College 102 Students
University of Nebraska at Kearney 93 Students
University of Nebraska Medical Center 77 Students
College of Saint Mary 61 Students
Iowa State University 53 Students
Midland University 51 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 74 Students
Nursing 70 Students
Psychology 48 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 29 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 26 Students
Biology 22 Students
Health Professions 18 Students
Small Business Management 17 Students
Dental Hygiene 17 Students
Criminology 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 166 Reviews
5.0 Freshman
1/12/2025
Benson high school was my first choice when going into high school. But only now that i am attending it I know how it is really like. The clubs and activities are so fun and there are many great opportunities here. The academy choices are a nice opportunity. The health academy being what they are known for. I am in the health academy and I am so glad i chose it. I feel welcome at Benson high school there are some problems though. At benson the food is not very good and some of the kids that disrupt are very frustrating they don't really care how others feel for example during the pre act they kept on talking and it was very hard to focus on the test. The bathrooms could definitely use some improvement the stall doors don't even lock securely and it's kinda dirty. They do provide menstrual products though. But at benson I believe the good outweighs the bad. The teachers are so welcoming and supportive and answer any questions you ask. I wouldn't change my school for the world.
5.0 Alum
8/28/2024
It feels like an honor to be an alumni from Benson high school. The small community allows you to build connections with everyone, especially administration like your teachers. (This is coming from someone that did sports, and was known for not talking much)
4.0 Senior
12/26/2023
My teachers are great. I'm involved with my friends and peers. My freshman year at benson wasn't really great. It was during the quarantine. Online school was also not great. I didn't learn well during that time. I learn better in person. when they changed it to in person school I learned better I managed to pass my classes. one of my classes my teacher was too strict with things but class work was easy. I like all my teachers. My sophomore year was pretty easy. my teachers were great my favorite class was culinary. My junior year was stressful. I couldn't focus with school. I was also struggling with personal issues and there was ACT it made me more overwhelmed. Now my senior year its going great. My teachers are wonderful. I like the way they teaches. My finals are good. I'm passing my classes. I would not relive my junior year. I love my sophomore year. The school rules are okay but unfair with the passing period. They need to change the passing period with restrooms.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.5 4 Reviews
1.0 parent
6/28/2022
All the negative reviews have been accurate. My son has gone there for 4 years. I just found this website. The statistics seem to accurately portray the reality of this school. Students are not respected by the employees, there is little to no communication with the parents, the resource officer is...
5.0 student
10/17/2017
I actually go to this school and so far the teachers are amazing and they really do care about the students. The teachers also work really well with the students and their academics. The principal is awesome and he works with the kids each individually in their own way. Some of the kids have trouble...
3.0 other
10/23/2013
I'm a grandparent, and Benson has lost it unity. I saw a teacher at open house sit on his butte and chit chat with a person with very small children and ignore high school parents while he discussed grade school computer systems. Also didn't know how to bring up grades on the computer he was playing...
1.0 parent
10/18/2013
The teachers do not understand the concept of an IEP, the principle does not care about parent concerns and parents that are involved are ignored. The staff is rude to parents and students alike, the testing is very low. Transportation is not provided to students less than 2 miles away. School will...

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Benson Magnet High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Omaha, NE and is served by the Omaha Public Schools in Nebraska. The school has a total enrollment of 1,545 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 17% are proficient in reading. Benson Magnet High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.19, the graduation rate is 65%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 840 and an ACT score of 18. The average home value in this area is $197,234. Discover additional schools in the area, like Integrated Learning Program at Skinner, North High School, Integrated Learning Program at Saratoga, and more. Learn more about what Omaha has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Benson Magnet High School.

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