BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL

1,423 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Bellevue East Senior High School, located in Bellevue, Nebraska, is a prominent secondary institution serving the local community as part of the Bellevue Public Schools district. Known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and vibrant extracurricular culture, the school is dedicated to preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous classroom instruction, career-technical education, and diverse elective offerings. The campus serves as a central hub for student life, fostering an environment that encourages both intellectual growth and personal development.

Beyond academics, Bellevue East is widely recognized for its strong school spirit and active participation in Nebraska state athletics and arts programs. The "Chieftains" maintain a proud tradition of competitive sports, music, and theater, providing students with numerous opportunities to build leadership skills and lasting friendships outside of the classroom. With a focus on community involvement and student well-being, the school strives to cultivate an inclusive atmosphere where students are empowered to excel in a rapidly changing world.

1,423

Total Students

103.3

Full-Time Teachers

13.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

37.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	881
Hispanic	267
Black	133
Asian	22
Two or More	103
American Indian	9
Pacific Islander	8

White
881 (61.9 %)
Hispanic
267 (18.8 %)
Black
133 (9.3 %)
Two or More
103 (7.2 %)
Asian
22 (1.5 %)
American Indian
9 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
8 (0.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	BELLEVUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Phone:	(402)293-4150
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,423
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	103.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	418
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	121

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 348

Grade 10 354

Grade 11 322

Grade 12 399