At a glance
Reported students
576
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
40.11
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nebraska middle enrollment
65th percentile
Compared with 147 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
497
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School: 576 reported students.
State peer staffing position
65th percentile
14.4:1 reported; state peer median 13.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 554
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about Elkhorn Ridge Middle School
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Omaha. It is one of 22 current school records connected to Elkhorn Public Schools. NCES reports 576 students for 2024–25.
Among 147 middle schools in Nebraska with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 305 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 65th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.4:1, close to the Nebraska median of 13.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (77.1%) and Asian (8.7%). English learners represent 0.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Elkhorn Ridge Middle School
- 1How do the reported 14.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 40.11 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 6.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.25
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White77.1%
- Hispanic8%
- Black1.7%
- Asian8.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.5%
- Multiracial3.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Elkhorn Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Elkhorn Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
631 reported students
Elkhorn Grandview Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
520 reported students
Elkhorn Valley View Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
679 reported students
Elkhorn North Ridge Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
424 reported students
Arbor View Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
555 reported students
Woodbrook Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
641 reported students
Public schools near Elkhorn Ridge Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiewit Middle School Middle · Millard Public Schools | 06–08 | 967 | 1.8 mi |
| Elkhorn Valley View Middle School Middle · Elkhorn Public Schools | 06–08 | 679 | 2.5 mi |
| Russell Middle School Middle · Millard Public Schools | 06–08 | 760 | 3.3 mi |
| Elkhorn Grandview Middle School Middle · Elkhorn Public Schools | 06–08 | 520 | 3.4 mi |
| Elkhorn Middle School Middle · Elkhorn Public Schools | 06–08 | 631 | 3.5 mi |
| Millard North Middle School Middle · Millard Public Schools | 06–08 | 820 | 3.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Elkhorn Ridge Middle School
What grades does Elkhorn Ridge Middle School serve?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Elkhorn Public Schools.
How many students attend Elkhorn Ridge Middle School?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School reported 576 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 65th percentile among 147 Nebraska middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 554 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Elkhorn Ridge Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 14.4:1, based on 576 students and 40.11 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nebraska median for the same school level is 13.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Elkhorn Ridge Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School is a public school. Enrollment is generally based on Elkhorn Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Elkhorn Ridge Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
6.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Elkhorn Ridge Middle School in?
Elkhorn Ridge Middle School is part of Elkhorn Public Schools, based in Elkhorn, NE, which operates 22 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Elkhorn Ridge Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Kiewit Middle School (1.8 mi), Elkhorn Valley View Middle School (2.5 mi), Russell Middle School (3.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.