Serving 190 students in grades 7-12, Elkhorn Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkhorn Valley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tilden, NE, covering approximately 213 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkhorn Valley High School's student population of 190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Elkhorn Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhorn Valley High School is 0.22, 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
#586 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
88%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn Valley High School's ranking?
Elkhorn Valley High School is ranked #586 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkhorn Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Elkhorn Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Elkhorn Valley High School?
190 students attend Elkhorn Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Elkhorn Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhorn Valley High School?
Elkhorn Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Valley High School offer ?
Elkhorn Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhorn Valley High School part of?
Elkhorn Valley High School is part of Elkhorn Valley Schools.
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