For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,906 students in Elkhorn, NE (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,121 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Elkhorn, NE are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%). Elkhorn has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Nebraska.
The top ranked public schools in Elkhorn, NE are Blue Sage Elementary School, Fire Ridge Elementary School and Skyline Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkhorn, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Elkhorn have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elkhorn, NE (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blue Sage Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3600 S 215th Street
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-3577
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-3577
Grades: PK-5
| 562 students
Rank: #22.
Fire Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
19660 Farnam St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-0735
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-0735
Grades: PK-5
| 509 students
Rank: #33.
Skyline Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 S 210th St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-3433
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-3433
Grades: PK-5
| 389 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Elkhorn North Ridge Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18330 Purple Martin Parkway
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-5787
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-5787
Grades: 6-8
| 313 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Westridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3100 N 206th St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2559
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2559
Grades: PK-5
| 364 students
Rank: #66.
Elkhorn Valley View Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1313 S 208th St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-0362
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-0362
Grades: 6-8
| 604 students
Rank: #77.
West Dodge Station Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18480 California St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2773
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2773
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
Rank: #88.
Woodbrook Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18520 Purple Martin Parkway
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-1823
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-1823
Grades: PK-5
| 496 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Elkhorn High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1401 Veterans Dr
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-4239
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-4239
Grades: 9-12
| 741 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Hillrise Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
20110 Hopper St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2602
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2602
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Rank: #1111.
Arbor View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5115 N 208th St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-1007
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-1007
Grades: PK-5
| 489 students
Rank: #1212.
Elkhorn Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 N 207th Plaza
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2428
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2428
Grades: 6-8
| 607 students
Rank: n/an/a
Keith Lutz Horizon High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
5300 George B Lake Parkway
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 715-8468
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 715-8468
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Elkhorn, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5115 N 208th Street
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-1007
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-1007
Grades: PK
| 43 students
20601 Glenn St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-3790
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-3790
Grades: PK
| 108 students
Keith Lutz Horizon High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
5300 George B Lake Parkway
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 715-8468
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 715-8468
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
18480 California St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2773
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2773
Grades: PK
| 69 students
3100 N 206th St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2559
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2559
Grades: PK
| 51 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Elkhorn, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Elkhorn, NE include Blue Sage Elementary School, Fire Ridge Elementary School and Skyline Elementary School. Elkhorn has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Nebraska.
How many public schools are located in Elkhorn?
13 public schools are located in Elkhorn.
What percentage of students in Elkhorn go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Elkhorn are educated in public schools (compared to the NE state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Elkhorn?
Elkhorn public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Elkhorn are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elkhorn include: Westridge Elementary School vs. Hillrise Elementary School, Skyline Elementary School vs. Fire Ridge Elementary School, West Dodge Station Elementary School vs. Skyline Elementary School
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