Nonsectarian Private Schools in Omaha
By: Ryan Renner, Realtor
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There are two nonsectarian high schools in Omaha and several elementary options.
Brownell Talbot
Address: 400 Happy Hollow Blvd, Omaha, Nebraska 68132
Gender: Co-Ed
Tuition: $17,750-$22,560
Grades: PreK-12
Brownell Talbot is the only PreK-12 independent private school in Nebraska. They are located in midtown Omaha, just a few blocks from downtown Dundee. Their vision is to create “a compassionate community of diverse learners empowered and determined to reach their unique potential and positively impact the world.” To inquire about enrollment, you can contact them at 402-556-3772.
Heartland School
Address: 5731 S 108th St, Omaha, Nebraska 68137
Gender: Co-Ed
Tuition: Does Not Specify
Grades: 3-12
Heartland School is a school that is focused on students with behavior disorders or are emotionally disturbed. They are located in southwest Omaha. Their goal is to serve these students “in a therapeutic success-based program.” To contact them about enrolling your student, you can reach them at 402-393-0345.
Legacy School
Address: 6860 N 166th Ave, Omaha, Nebraska 68116
Gender: Co-Ed
Tuition: Legacy does not disclose tuition until visit.
Grades: Preschool – 5th grade
Legacy School is located in northwest Omaha, near Bennington. According to their website, they are “a nonsectarian, private school setting for parents looking for high academic standards, small class sizes, and exceptional teaching.” To contact them about enrollment, you can reach them at 402-884-2242.
Montessori Children’s Room
Address: 7302 Burt St, Omaha, Nebraska 68114
Gender: Co-Ed
Tuition: Not disclosed
Grades: PreK-6
Montessori Children’s Room is a preschool and elementary school located just northwest of 72nd and Cass Street (5 blocks north of Dodge). They use the Montessori method, allowing students to discover concepts on their own, to allow students to go through their different developmental stages. To contact them about enrollment, you can reach them at 402-551-1440.
Nelson Mandela Elementary
Address: 6316 N 30th St, Omaha, Nebraska 68111
Gender: Co-Ed
Tuition: Free
Grades: K-5
Nelson Mandela Elementary is located in north Omaha. It was founded to help serve the community. It is completely funded by the Lozier Foundation and the Scott Foundation. Their goal is to use “a rigorous and advanced curriculum, year-round school, frequent recesses, restorative practices in the classroom, and data-driven interventions.” To inquire about enrolling your child, you may contact them at 402-991-1444.
Phoenix Academy Day School
Address: 1110 N 66th St, Omaha, Nebraska 68132
Website: https://phoenixacademyomaha.org/
Gender: Co-Ed
Tuition: Not disclosed on website.
Grades: K-8
Phoenix Academy Day School is located off 66th and Western street, just north of Dodge. Their goal is to educate and inspire “students with learning differences to realize their full academic potential and become successful in school and in life.” Most of their students come to them one or more grade levels behind. To contact them about enrollment, you can reach them at 402-390-0556.
The Roberts Academy
Address: 11290 S 203rd St, Gretna, Nebraska 68028
Gender: Co-Ed
Tuition: $11,000
Grades: 7-12
The Roberts Academy focuses on helping students find a learning path that fits their specific needs. They work with all students, and they have found success with a variety of students. Their goal is to “help each student learn by the method that works best for him/her, be successful in school, graduate and attend the college or school of his/her choice.” To contact them about enrollment, you can reach them at 402-614-9074.