Private Schools in Elkhorn, Nebraska

Mount Michael Benedictine School is a highly-regarded Catholic college preparatory school for boys in grades 9-12, offering both day and boarding options. The school features a rigorous academic program with 21 Advanced Placement courses and a dedicated STEM Academy. Students benefit from small class sizes with a 9:1 student-teacher ratio and consistently achieve exceptional ACT scores averaging 28.5. The 160-acre campus includes modern science labs, technology centers, athletic facilities, and boarding accommodations. The school emphasizes character development through Benedictine values and offers extensive extracurricular activities including competitive athletics, robotics, and fine arts programs.

Brownell Talbot is Nebraska's oldest independent college preparatory school, serving students from preschool through grade 12. Located just 15 minutes from Elkhorn in Omaha, the school offers both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement courses. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, global awareness, and interdisciplinary learning. The campus features state-of-the-art science laboratories, performing arts centers, athletic facilities, and technology-integrated classrooms. With small class sizes and a diverse student body, Brownell Talbot provides personalized attention and consistently sends graduates to top-tier universities nationwide. The school offers comprehensive athletics, arts, and community service programs.

Duchesne Academy is an all-girls Catholic independent school serving students from preschool through grade 12, located approximately 20 minutes from Elkhorn. As part of the international Network of Sacred Heart Schools, Duchesne offers a comprehensive college preparatory education grounded in five educational goals: faith, intellect, social awareness, community, and personal growth. The school features advanced STEM facilities, dedicated arts spaces, and modern athletic complexes. Duchesne students consistently achieve top academic results with 100% college acceptance and significant merit scholarship awards. The school emphasizes leadership development, community service, and global perspective through exchange programs and international partnerships.