ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS operates in Douglas County, Nebraska, serving 11,653 students across 20 schools in a city locale. The district demonstrates enrollment of approximately 11,653 students, representing a mid-sized system within the state.

Academic performance metrics exceed state averages considerably. Math proficiency reaches 83.1% compared to the state average of 63.2%, while reading proficiency stands at 80.8% against the state average of 58.7%. The graduation rate of 96.4% surpasses the state average of 92.9%. Chronic absenteeism is reported at 5.7%.

The student population reflects relatively low concentrations of students from traditionally underrepresented groups. Economically disadvantaged students comprise 10.2% of enrollment, English learners represent 1.3%, and students with disabilities account for 11.1%. Racial demographics show 77.1% White students, 9.0% Asian students, 6.3% Hispanic students, and 2.5% Black students.

A notable distinction exists in per-pupil spending. Elkhorn Public Schools reports spending of $11,436 per student, substantially below the state average of $19,522. This represents approximately 58.5% of the state average spending level. Despite this lower expenditure relative to state averages, the district maintains proficiency rates well above state benchmarks across both mathematics and reading assessments, along with a graduation rate above the state average.