For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,121 students in Elkhorn, NE (there are 13 public schools, serving 6,117 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Elkhorn, NE are educated in private schools (compared to the NE state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in Elkhorn, NE include Mount Michael Benedictine High School and St. Patrick's Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 78%, which is lower than the Nebraska private school average acceptance rate of 90%.
100% of private schools in Elkhorn, NE are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other Lutheran).
Top Ranked Elkhorn Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
22520 Mount Michael Rd
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2541
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-2541
Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Patrick's Catholic School![St. Patrick's Catholic School Photo - Tues & Thurs Mass St. Patrick's Catholic School Photo - Tues & Thurs Mass]()

(Catholic)
20500 W Maple Road
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-5407
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 289-5407
Gr: PK-8 | 827 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 9
Alleluia! Kindergarten & Preschool West Campus
Daycare / Preschool (Other Lutheran)
1200 N 181st Ct
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 333-4444
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 333-4444
Gr: PK-K | 45 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Elkhorn, NE?
The top ranked private schools in Elkhorn, NE include Mount Michael Benedictine High School and St. Patrick's Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in Elkhorn?
3 private schools are located in Elkhorn.
What percentage of students in Elkhorn go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Elkhorn are educated in private schools (compared to the NE state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Elkhorn?
100% of private schools in Elkhorn are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other Lutheran).
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