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Elkhorn South High School

20303 BLUE SAGE PARKWAY, OMAHA, NE, 68130

Top 10% School in Nebraska

Ranked 93 of 285 in Nebraska

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About Elkhorn South High School

Elkhorn South High School is a top public high school in Omaha, Nebraska, for students in grades 9 through 12. It is known as one of the best schools in the state, and it has an amazing 74% participation rate in Advanced Placement classes. The school has a total of 14% minority students, and about 7% of the students are considered economically disadvantaged. This helps keep the learning environment focused. Elkhorn South High School has great academic results, with 69% of students being proficient in Reading and 62% in Math. It is one of three high schools in the Elkhorn Public Schools district and is known for its dedication to preparing students for college and achieving academic excellence. Students are ready for college because they take hard classes and tests like the ACT. The school as a whole is modern and supportive, which helps build a strong reputation for success in the community and makes sure that graduates are ready for tough post-secondary opportunities. You can also explore the best middle schools in Omaha.

Elkhorn South High School Contact Information

Address

20303 BLUE SAGE PARKWAY, OMAHA, NE, 68130

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Phone

(402) 289-0616

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 62%
Reading 69%
State average proficiency is 62% in Math and 69% in Reading.
87
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1407
Total Students
$47698
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 93 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Elkhorn South High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM to 3:20 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 86.14%
Asian 5.61%
Hispanic 3.7%
Black 1.71%
Two+ Races 2.35%
Native Am. 0.28%
White
86.14%
Asian
5.61%
Hispanic
3.7%
Black
1.71%
Two+ Races
2.35%
Native Am.
0.28%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1407
49.4%
695 Female
50.6%
712 Male

Student Population

1407 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

281 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Special Olympics recently named Elkhorn South High School a Unified Champion Banner School because of how dedicated it is to Unified Sports and inclusive youth leadership. The S to rm football team recently won the District Championship, which shows that the school's sports programs are still doing well. In terms of academics, the campus is getting ready for its spring session, which will focus on its 14 Advanced Placement courses and get seniors ready for the 2026 scholarship recognition ceremonies.

FAQ

Q1. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.


Q2. What does Elkhorn South High School do to make the learning environment better?

Ans. Respect, working together, and being responsible make sure that the school culture is safe, welcoming, and open to everyone.


Q3. Is there room for personal growth?

Ans. Yes, mentoring, enrichment activities, and learning through projects help students do better in school and in life.


Q4. What kind of school experience do students get at Elkhorn South High School?

Ans. Elkhorn South High School has a full curriculum that includes academics, extracurricular activities, and chances for personal growth.


Q5. Do they use traditional periods or block scheduling at Elkhorn South High School?

Ans. Elkhorn South High School has a traditional schedule with the same class rotations every day.


Q6. What are the highest-performing elementary schools in Omaha?

Ans. You can check the highest-performing elementary schools in Omaha here.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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