Elkhorn Ridge Middle School

Elkhorn Ridge Middle School serves 531 students in grades 6-8 in Omaha, Nebraska, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing middle schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranking 29th out of 974 Nebraska schools, this regular public school demonstrates exceptional academic achievement. The school's 40 full-time equivalent teachers maintain a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1, providing solid opportunities for personalized attention.

Academic performance is particularly strong, with 82% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 73% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in English Language Arts and Reading across all grade levels. Located at 17880 Marcy Street in the 68118 ZIP code area, Elkhorn Ridge Middle School sits within an affluent community where the median household income reaches $138,099 and home values average $347,200. The neighborhood reflects a highly educated population, with 62% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining an extremely low poverty rate of just 0.7% among its 9,163 residents.

This combination of strong academic results and supportive community resources creates an environment where middle school students can thrive during these crucial developmental years. The school operates within Omaha's large city setting while serving a well-established suburban community.