Elkhorn North High School is a public high school located in Omaha, Nebraska. The school serves students in grades 9 through 12 and is one of three traditional high schools operated by Elkhorn Public Schools.
Serving 1,003 students in grades 9-12, Elkhorn North High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 21% 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: 1,003 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhorn North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elkhorn North High School's student population of 1,003 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
2020
Colors
Silver, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Elkhorn North 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 North High School is 0.37, 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
#85 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
79%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Big Bad The Wolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn North High School's ranking?
Elkhorn North High School is ranked #85 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Elkhorn North High School often compared to?
Elkhorn North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkhorn South High School, Elkhorn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkhorn North High School?
The graduation rate of Elkhorn North High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elkhorn North High School?
1,003 students attend Elkhorn North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Elkhorn North High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhorn North High School?
Elkhorn North High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elkhorn North High School offer ?
Elkhorn North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhorn North High School part of?
Elkhorn North High School is part of Elkhorn School District.
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