Serving 208 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 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkhorn Valley High School's student population of 208 students has grown by 30% 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
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Working Together for Quality Education
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 0.21, 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
#586 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 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%.
How many students attend Elkhorn Valley High School?
208 students attend Elkhorn Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Elkhorn Valley High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhorn Valley High School?
Elkhorn Valley High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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 School District.
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