The top reported proficiency rate is 20% in English language arts. The lowest is 0% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Forest Station Elementary School
Forest Station Elementary School is a regular public school serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Bellevue, Nebraska, and it is part of the Omaha Public Schools district. The school’s enrollment is on the smaller side for an elementary building serving that grade band. Located in a suburban city within Sarpy County, the school sits in a community shaped by its proximity to Offutt Air Force Base, which remains the dominant local employer and has historically driven residential growth. Bellevue is a low-density, car-oriented city with limited public transit; its built environment is spread across suburban corridors rather than a walkable downtown core. The city has seen a modest population decline in recent years, though commercial and residential construction continues along the Highway corridor.
Academically, the state assessment results from the most recent testing year paint a challenging picture. In mathematics, proficiency was reported at a very low level across all tested grades—third, fourth, and fifth. In English language arts, third grade also showed a very low proficiency rate, while fourth and fifth grade results were somewhat higher but still well below levels a family might hope for. Science proficiency in fifth grade was reported at a very low level as well. When compared to other school districts in Sarpy County, Forest Station Elementary’s overall proficiency index falls in the bottom quartile. The data available represents only a single school year, so no trend is yet visible. A parent may want to look into what specific academic supports and interventions are in place at the school.
Demographically, the student body is predominantly Hispanic, making up a large majority of enrollment. Black students and White students each constitute a smaller share, and there are small numbers of students who are American Indian or Alaska Native and students of two or more races. Data on free or reduced-price meal eligibility, special education services, and English learner status were not available, so a full picture of the student population’s economic and instructional needs is missing from the public record.
Housing in the area around the school is moderately priced relative to the national market, and rents are also moderate. The area is generally considered affordable for families, with mortgage rates and unemployment near national averages in the most recent period.
At the district level, Omaha Public Schools announced a major literacy initiative in 2024 called Moonshot, which aims for all students to be reading on grade level by 2030. This effort incorporates the Science of Reading and a structured literacy curriculum, representing a lasting shift in how reading is taught across all elementary schools. Families at Forest Station will see this pedagogical change, and it may be worth understanding how the school is implementing the initiative.
Forest Station Elementary serves a diverse student body in a suburban, military-adjacent community, but its academic performance as measured by state assessments is a clear area of concern. The district’s literacy push may offer a pathway for improvement, but at present the school’s proficiency rates are low relative to nearby districts. Families seeking additional information about student support services, school climate, and specific instructional strategies should contact the school directly, as several important data points—such as chronic absenteeism and discipline—were not available in the source material.
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