Papillion-La Vista Senior High School, often referred to as Papio, PLHS, or ‘’’Monarchs’’’ is located in Papillion, Nebraska, United States and is operated by the Papillion-La Vista Public School District. Its school colors are maroon and gold, and the Mascot is monarchs.
Serving 1,873 students in grades 9-12, Papillion La Vista Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Papillion La Vista Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Papillion La Vista Senior High School's student population of 1,873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Year Founded
1876
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Papillion La Vista Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Papillion La Vista Senior High School is 0.47, 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
#259 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Papillion La Vista Senior High School's ranking?
Papillion La Vista Senior High School is ranked #259 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Papillion La Vista Senior High School often compared to?
Papillion La Vista Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Papillion La Vista South High School, Bellevue East Sr High School, Platteview Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Papillion La Vista Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Papillion La Vista Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Papillion La Vista Senior High School?
1,873 students attend Papillion La Vista Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Papillion La Vista Senior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Papillion La Vista Senior High School?
Papillion La Vista Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Papillion La Vista Senior High School offer ?
Papillion La Vista Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Papillion La Vista Senior High School part of?
Papillion La Vista Senior High School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District.
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