Serving 741 students in grades 9-12, Elkhorn High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhorn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elkhorn High School's student population of 741 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkhorn High School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhorn High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn High School's ranking?
Elkhorn High School is ranked #63 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Elkhorn High School often compared to?
Elkhorn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkhorn South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkhorn High School?
The graduation rate of Elkhorn High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elkhorn High School?
741 students attend Elkhorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Elkhorn High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhorn High School?
Elkhorn High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elkhorn High School offer ?
Elkhorn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elkhorn High School part of?
Elkhorn High School is part of Elkhorn School District.
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