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Best Nebraska Boarding Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 225 students located throughout Nebraska.

Historical Statistics Overview

This State (NE)
US
# Schools
1 Schools
271 Schools
# Students
225 Students
107,111 Students

Academics and Faculty

This State (NE)
US
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
8:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
85%
69%

Academic Programs

This State (NE)
US
Avg. AP Courses
26
22
Avg. IB Courses
n/a
28
Avg. Class Size
13
13

Academic Performance

This State (NE)
US
Avg. SAT Score
1383
1270
Avg. ACT Score
27
27
Avg. Acceptance Rate
85%
59%

Tuition and Finances

This State (NE)
US
Avg. Tuition (Boarding)
$26,215
$64,480
Avg. Tuition (Day)
n/a
$38,054
Avg. Tuition (International)
$44,165
$62,481
Avg. Financial Aid Rate
50%
42%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$6,550
$26,973
Avg. Endowment
$4 MM
$83 MM

Student Diversity

This State (NE)
US
% Students of Color
20%
30%
% International Students
1%
27%
% Boarding Students
45%
59%

Top Nebraska Boarding Schools (2026-27)

School
Location
Quick Facts
22520 Mount Michael Road
Elkhorn, NE 68022
(402) 238-1457
Gr: 9-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Acceptance rate: 85% Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Nebraska?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Nebraska.
What is the oldest boarding school in Nebraska?
Mount Michael Benedictine School, founded in 1970, is the oldest boarding school in Nebraska.

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