Serving 574 students in grades 6-8, Elkhorn Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhorn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Elkhorn Middle School's student population of 574 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkhorn Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhorn Middle School is 0.29, 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
#130 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn Middle School's ranking?
Elkhorn Middle School is ranked #130 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Elkhorn Middle School often compared to?
Elkhorn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkhorn Valley View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Elkhorn Middle School?
574 students attend Elkhorn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Elkhorn Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhorn Middle School?
Elkhorn Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Middle School offer ?
Elkhorn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elkhorn Middle School part of?
Elkhorn Middle School is part of Elkhorn Public Schools School District.
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