Tabula Rasa is a Latin phrase that means "clean" or "blank" slate.
It gets it roots from the Romans who would use tablets for writing and then apply heat to wax to "clean" off the slate allowing it to be reusable. OSS is exactly our students' "tabula rasa".
Students come to us for a variety of reasons: low academic success, negative past choices in school and life, lack of hope or future mindset.
But because of God's grace, we seek to work with students to move forward despite previous experiences.
A clean slate is given to our students each and everyday (just as it is to all of us through our Savior) as we seek "Transformation through Education" with academic and behavioral integrity.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: Sep. 14 / Feb. 14
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Omaha Street School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1998
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Sep. 14 / Feb. 14
Tuition Notes
$50 Registration Fee due upon Acceptance.
Tuition is Sliding Scale.
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mr. Charles Wilson
Admissions Associate
Diana Crouch
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Omaha Street School often compared to?
Omaha Street School is often viewed alongside schools like Boys Town Schools by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Omaha Street School?
The acceptance rate of Omaha Street School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 94%. Omaha Street School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Nebraska with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Omaha Street School offer?
Omaha Street School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football and Weightlifting.
What is Omaha Street School's ranking?
Omaha Street School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of students of color.
When is the application deadline for Omaha Street School?
The application deadline for Omaha Street School is Sep. 14 / Feb. 14.
In what neighborhood is Omaha Street School located?
Omaha Street 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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