Elkhorn South High School is a public high school located in Omaha, Nebraska. Opening in 2010, the school serves students grades 9 through 12 and is one of three traditional high schools operated by Elkhorn Public Schools.
Serving 1,407 students in grades 9-12, Elkhorn South High School ranks in the top 1% 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 84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,407 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Elkhorn South High School ranks within the top 1% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhorn South High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6 out of 902 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn South High School's ranking?
Elkhorn South High School is ranked #6 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 97%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elkhorn South High School?
1,407 students attend Elkhorn South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Elkhorn South High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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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