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Benson Magnet High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
5120 Maple St,
Omaha, NE
Omaha Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Tom Wagner
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
860
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
17%
Average GPA
3.2
Graduation Rate
65%
Niche Grade
C-
B-
B
B-
B+
A-
B+
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.2
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Reading Proficiency
17%
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Math Proficiency
12%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
78
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Full Time Teachers
78
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Teachers in First or Second Year
13.1%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
860
Math
410
Verbal
440
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Average ACT
18
Math
17
English
17
Reading
19
Science
18
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Number of AP Courses
16
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AP Pass Rate
19.5%
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AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
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AP Science Enrollment
Low
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Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Low
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Boys Athletic Participation
Low
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
344:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
51.3%
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Female
48.7%
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Black
34.9%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
25%
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Hispanic
17.4%
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White
15.2%
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Two or more races
6.4%
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Native American
1%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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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
388 Students
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
259 Students
Metropolitan Community College - Nebraska
170 Students
Creighton University
130 Students
Wayne State College
103 Students
University of Nebraska at Kearney
90 Students
University of Nebraska Medical Center
74 Students
College of Saint Mary
63 Students
Midland University
57 Students
Iowa State University
53 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
80 Students
Nursing
74 Students
Psychology
45 Students
Biology
29 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
29 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
28 Students
Health Professions
20 Students
Small Business Management
19 Students
Education
18 Students
Dental Hygiene
18 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/28/2025
I am a transfer student since my junior year so I was not able to get the full four year experience being at this high school, but from my two years it has been a pleasant experience. Benson high really helps with setting students up for success and having a lot of options and help to give to students so that they have what they need in order to get things done.
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)
10/16/2023
The education and teacher are very nice. I learn so much in the last four years. I have access to the resources I need in order to be successful and the staff there are willing to help you out with anything. Of course there are down side. The school policy this year has been very strict compared to every other year such as no phone allow during each block of the class. It only allows during lunch and passing periods.
GreatSchools Reviews
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...
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...
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...
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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List Price Range
$132K - $360K
Homes For Sale
23
Average Home Value
$199,763
Median Lot Size
6,969 Sq Ft
% Renters
45%
Average Household Income
$69,181
% of College Grads
21.8%
Median Age
33
Average House Size
1,354 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
36.3%
Homes for Sale
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$1,100 - $1,800 per month
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- 565+ Sq Ft
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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. Annual tuition is $0. 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 C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.2, the graduation rate is 65%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 860 and an ACT score of 18. The average home value in this area is $199,763. 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.