Top Rankings
Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 10%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,855 students in Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public high schools in Nebraska.
Public High Schools in Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Public High School in Papillion La Vista Community School School District have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Papillion La Vista Senior High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (NE)
# Schools
22 Schools
339 Schools
# Students
12,039 Students
106,970 Students
# Teachers
814 Teachers
8,163 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
District Rank
Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District, which is ranked within the top 30% of all 245 school districts in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 95% has increased from 94% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#70 out of 246 school districts
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
62%

Graduation Rate
95%
87%

Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.46
0.54
# American Indian Students
50 Students
1,379 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
298 Students
2,798 Students
% Asian Students
2%
3%
# Hispanic Students
1,654 Students
23,072 Students
% Hispanic Students
14%
22%
# Black Students
544 Students
6,797 Students
% Black Students
5%
6%
# White Students
8,657 Students
68,557 Students
% White Students
72%
64%
# Hawaiian Students
27 Students
161 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
809 Students
4,206 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
4%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
427
56
# Students in K Grade:
778
34
# Students in 1st Grade:
809
35
# Students in 2nd Grade:
817
40
# Students in 3rd Grade:
838
40
# Students in 4th Grade:
889
36
# Students in 5th Grade:
843
31
# Students in 6th Grade:
921
40
# Students in 7th Grade:
892
3,507
# Students in 8th Grade:
970
3,589
# Students in 9th Grade:
954
25,222
# Students in 10th Grade:
979
25,356
# Students in 11th Grade:
884
23,606
# Students in 12th Grade:
1,038
25,378
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $12,990 in this school district is less than the state median of $15,464. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $14,692 is less than the state median of $16,776. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$156 MM
$5,080 MM

Spending
$177 MM
$5,511 MM

Revenue / Student
$12,990
$15,464

Spending / Student
$14,692
$16,776

Best Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Papillion La Vista South High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10799 Hwy 370
Papillion, NE 68046
(402) 829-4600
Papillion, NE 68046
(402) 829-4600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,982 students
Rank: #22.
Papillion La Vista Senior High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
303 E Cary St
Papillion, NE 68046
(402) 898-0400
Papillion, NE 68046
(402) 898-0400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,873 students
Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.

10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.

February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.