ELKHORN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

545 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Elkhorn Ridge Middle School (ERMS), located in Omaha, Nebraska, is a prominent institution within the Elkhorn Public Schools district. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school. The campus at 17880 Marcy St is situated in a growing suburban area, reflecting the district’s focus on providing modern facilities and a supportive learning environment that caters to a diverse student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Elkhorn Ridge Middle School places a strong emphasis on the "whole child," fostering a culture that encourages participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts. The school prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, students, and parents to create a collaborative educational community. With a reputation for high standardized test scores and a dedicated faculty, ERMS remains a focal point for families in the Elkhorn area seeking a comprehensive middle school experience that balances scholastic achievement with personal growth.

545

Total Students

40.1

Full-Time Teachers

13.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

6.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ELKHORN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	437
Hispanic	32
Black	5
Asian	48
Two or More	18
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	2

White
437 (80.2 %)
Asian
48 (8.8 %)
Hispanic
32 (5.9 %)
Two or More
18 (3.3 %)
Black
5 (0.9 %)
American Indian
3 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Phone:	(402)334-9302
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	545
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	40.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	26
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* 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 6 183

Grade 7 183

Grade 8 179