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#3 of 143 private schools in NE

Top 1% of private schools

Quest Forward Academy

High School

1000 GALVIN RD S, Bellevue, NE 68005

Private

Enrollment

79

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#3 of 143

In Bellevue

#1 of 6

public schools

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Quest Forward Academy

8.7/10

High School in Bellevue · 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 Quest Forward Academy

Quest Forward Academy is a private high school in Bellevue, NE. Quest Forward Academy serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Quest Forward Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 143 private schools in NE.

How it compares2.0 pts above NE schools
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • NE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 79 students, Quest Forward Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Quest Forward Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Quest Forward Academy 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Quest Forward Academy compares to the 28 public schools in Bellevue, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
79
This School
vs
373
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.7
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 22.8% vs 0%
Black 21.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.3% vs 0%
Quest Forward Academy Bellevue Public Avg

All Schools in Bellevue

School Rating
Quest Forward Academy (this school) 8.7
BIRCHCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.4
LOGAN FONTENELLE MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.3
TWIN RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.3
WAKE ROBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL 5.2
BELLEAIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.2
ESU 3 HEAD START - BELLEAIRE
AVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.1
BELLEVUE WEST SR HIGH SCHOOL 6.2
ESU 3 HEAD START - BELLEVUE WEST
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
BELLEVUE MISSION MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.5
BERTHA BARBER ELEMENTARY SCH 5.1
BETZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
FOREST STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.1
LEMAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
ESU 3 HEAD START - GOLDEN HILLS 5.6
GOLDEN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.5
FORT CROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.8
ESU 3 HEAD START - FORT CROOK

Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Bellevue

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+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,365
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 61%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Enrollment 79
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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 54.4%
Hispanic 22.8%
Black 21.5%
Asian 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1000 GALVIN RD S, Bellevue, NE 68005

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quest Forward Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. QUEST FORWARD ACADEMY OMAHA (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BELLEVUE WEST SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
QUEST FORWARD ACADEMY OMAHA Bellevue 0.1 mi 8.7
BIRCHCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 0.3 mi 3.4
LOGAN FONTENELLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue 0.4 mi 6.3
TWIN RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 0.4 mi 4.3
WAKE ROBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 0.5 mi 7.4
AVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 1.0 mi 5.1
BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL Bellevue 0.8 mi 5.2
BELLEAIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 1.0 mi 6.2
ESU 3 HEAD START - BELLEAIRE Bellevue 1.0 mi
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 1.2 mi 7.8
BELLEVUE WEST SR HIGH SCHOOL Bellevue 1.3 mi 6.2
ESU 3 HEAD START - BELLEVUE WEST Bellevue 1.3 mi
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 1.3 mi 7.0
BELLEVUE MISSION MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue 1.4 mi 4.5
BETZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 1.7 mi 4.1
BERTHA BARBER ELEMENTARY SCH Bellevue 1.4 mi 5.1
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue 2.0 mi 6.7
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue 2.0 mi 5.3
FOREST STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 2.0 mi 5.1
LEMAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue 2.2 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,347

Median Home Value

$193,600

Median Rent

$1,033/mo

Population

21,912

College Educated

29.4%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

36.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
OSMOND HIGH SCHOOL Osmond, NE 8.7
QUEST FORWARD ACADEMY OMAHA Bellevue, NE 8.7
MULLEN HIGH SCHOOL Mullen, NE 8.6
WEEPING WATER HIGH SCHOOL Weeping Water, NE 8.9
ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL Arcadia, NE 8.4
CODY-KILGORE HIGH SCHOOL Cody, NE 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quest Forward Academy

What grades does Quest Forward Academy serve?

Quest Forward Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Quest Forward Academy?

Quest Forward Academy has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quest Forward Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Quest Forward Academy is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Quest Forward Academy rank in NE?

Quest Forward Academy ranks #3 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is Quest Forward Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Quest Forward Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Quest Forward Academy a private school?

Yes, Quest Forward Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Quest Forward Academy a religious school?

No, Quest Forward Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
11 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
79
Gender Split
42% M / 58% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
195 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sarpy County

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