Serving 576 students in grades 6-8, Elkhorn Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkhorn Ridge Middle School serves the southeast part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School's student population of 576 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhorn Ridge Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School is ranked #19 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Elkhorn Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkhorn Valley View Middle School, Elkhorn Grandview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Elkhorn Ridge Middle School?
576 students attend Elkhorn Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Elkhorn Ridge Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhorn Ridge Middle School?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Ridge Middle School offer ?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhorn Ridge Middle School part of?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School is part of Elkhorn School District.
In what neighborhood is Elkhorn Ridge Middle School located?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
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