Boys Town Schools (2025-26 Profile)

13803 Flanagan Blvd
Boys Town, NE 68010

Boys Town High School is a beacon of hope for America's children and families through its life-changing youth care and health care programs across the United States.

Founded by Father Edward Flanagan in 1917, Boys Town is now 90 years strong.

Through a continuum of family services, the nonprofit, nonsectarian organization provides the right services at the right time based on a child's or family's needs.

Boys Town offers children and families services in their own homes, or, when necessary, family-like out-of-home services to children with special treatment needs.

Boys Town works with communities and schools in order to meet the growing and more diverse needs of today's children and families.

Mission Changing the way America cares for children and families by providing and promoting a continuum of care that strengthens body, mind and spirit.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Grades: 5-12
Enrollment: 275 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 5-12

Year Founded

1917

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

275 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother
School Mascot: The Boys Town Mascot

Boys Town High School is a beacon of hope for America's children and families through its life-changing youth care and health care programs across the United States. Founded by Father Edward Flanagan in 1917, Boys Town is now 90 years strong. Through a continuum of family services, the nonprofit, nonsectarian organization provides the right services at the right time based on a child's or family's needs. Boys Town offers children and families services in their own homes, or, when necessary, family-like out-of-home services to children with special treatment needs. Boys Town works with communities and schools in order to meet the growing and more diverse needs of today's children and families. Mission Changing the way America cares for children and families by providing and promoting a continuum of care that strengthens body, mind and spirit.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mother Teresa of Calcutta - Nobel Peace Prize laureate. -
- Michael Jordan - Legendary NBA player. -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Boys Town Schools often compared to?

Boys Town Schools is often viewed alongside schools like Omaha Street School by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from Boys Town Schools?

Boys Town Schools famous alumni include: Mother Teresa of Calcutta - Nobel Peace Prize laureate. and Michael Jordan - Legendary NBA player..

When is the application deadline for Boys Town Schools?

The application deadline for Boys Town Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Boys Town Schools located?

Boys Town Schools is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Boys Town, NE.

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