Serving 1,434 students in grades 9-12, Elkhorn South 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 79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkhorn South High School serves the southern part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhorn South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elkhorn South High School's student population of 1,434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Elkhorn South High School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhorn South High School is 0.29, 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
#47 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn South High School's ranking?
Elkhorn South High School is ranked #47 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Elkhorn South High School often compared to?
Elkhorn South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkhorn High School, Elkhorn North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkhorn South High School?
The graduation rate of Elkhorn South High School is 98%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Elkhorn South High School?
1,434 students attend Elkhorn South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Elkhorn South High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhorn South High School?
Elkhorn South High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elkhorn South High School offer ?
Elkhorn South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhorn South High School part of?
Elkhorn South High School is part of Elkhorn School District.
In what neighborhood is Elkhorn South High School located?
Elkhorn South High 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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