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#7 of 143 private schools in NE

Top 4% of private schools

Mount Michael Benedictine High School

High School

22520 MOUNT MICHAEL RD, Elkhorn, NE 68022

Private

Enrollment

249

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#7 of 143

In Elkhorn

#1 of 2

public schools

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Mount Michael Benedictine High School

8.3/10

High School in Elkhorn · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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About Mount Michael Benedictine High School

Mount Michael Benedictine High School is a private high school in Elkhorn, NE. Mount Michael Benedictine High School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Michael Benedictine High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 143 private schools in NE.

How it compares1.6 pts above NE schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • NE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Mount Michael Benedictine High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mount Michael Benedictine High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Mount Michael Benedictine High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Mount Michael Benedictine High School compares to the 12 public schools in Elkhorn, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
249
This School
vs
510
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
8.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.7% vs 0%
Asian 8% vs 0%
Black 5.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%
Mount Michael Benedictine High School Elkhorn Public Avg

All Schools in Elkhorn

School Rating
Mount Michael Benedictine High School (this school) 8.3
ARBOR VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.7
ELKHORN MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.6
WESTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.9
HILLRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.8
WOODBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.9
ELKHORN NORTH RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.1
ELKHORN HIGH SCHOOL 7.6
SKYLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.8
FIRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.9
WEST DODGE STATION ELEMENTARY 9.0
ELKHORN VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.7
BLUE SAGE ELEMENTARY 8.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NE.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,312.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 33%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 249
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NE

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.7%
Asian 8.0%
Black 5.6%
Hispanic 4.4%
Native American 0.8%
Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

22520 MOUNT MICHAEL RD, Elkhorn, NE 68022

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Michael Benedictine High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ELKHORN SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Omaha), with a comparable rating. Another option is ELKHORN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DOUGLAS CO WEST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Valley), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elkhorn, see our Elkhorn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ARBOR VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn 1.7 mi 8.7
ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elkhorn 2.3 mi 4.0
ELKHORN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elkhorn 2.5 mi 7.6
WESTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn 2.5 mi 8.9
HILLRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn 2.8 mi 8.8
ELKHORN HIGH SCHOOL Elkhorn 3.7 mi 7.6
WOODBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn 3.2 mi 6.9
ELKHORN NORTH RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Elkhorn 3.4 mi 8.1
SKYLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn 4.4 mi 8.8
FIRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkhorn 4.7 mi 8.9
DOUGLAS CO WEST ELEMENTARY SCH Valley 3.8 mi 5.5
ELKHORN GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha 4.0 mi 7.8
ELKHORN VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Elkhorn 5.0 mi 8.7
DOUGLAS CO WEST HIGH SCHOOL Valley 3.9 mi 7.3
DOUGLAS CO WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Valley 3.9 mi 7.3
ELKHORN NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 4.1 mi 6.7
SAGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 4.0 mi 7.7
WEST DODGE STATION ELEMENTARY Elkhorn 4.8 mi 9.0
ELKHORN SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha 5.4 mi 7.8
MANCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 4.8 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,713

Median Home Value

$452,800

Median Rent

$1,404/mo

Population

33,702

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

36

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
SUTTON SECONDARY SCHOOL Sutton, NE 8.3
THAYER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Hebron, NE 8.3
MITCHELL SECONDARY SCHOOL Mitchell, NE 8.4
WOOD RIVER RURAL HIGH SCHOOL Wood River, NE 8.4
CENTURA SECONDARY SCHOOL Cairo, NE 8.5
HEARTLAND COMMUNITY HIGH SCH Henderson, NE 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Michael Benedictine High School

What grades does Mount Michael Benedictine High School serve?

Mount Michael Benedictine High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mount Michael Benedictine High School?

Mount Michael Benedictine High School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Michael Benedictine High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Michael Benedictine High School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mount Michael Benedictine High School rank in NE?

Mount Michael Benedictine High School ranks #7 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is Mount Michael Benedictine High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Michael Benedictine High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mount Michael Benedictine High School a private school?

Yes, Mount Michael Benedictine High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mount Michael Benedictine High School a religious school?

Mount Michael Benedictine High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
249
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Douglas County

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