Millard South High School is a fully accredited public high school located in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. The school was established in 1970 as Millard High School. It is one of four high schools within the Millard Public School District. Millard South is a member of the Nebraska School Activities Association.
Serving 2,526 students in grades 9-12, Millard South High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Millard South High School's student population of 2,526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Red and Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Patriot, Always a Patriot!
School Rankings
Millard South High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Millard South High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#527 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
6%
7%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millard South High School's ranking?
Millard South High School is ranked #527 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Millard South High School often compared to?
Millard South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millard North High School, Millard West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Millard South High School?
The graduation rate of Millard South High School is 88%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Millard South High School?
2,526 students attend Millard South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Millard South High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Millard South High School?
Millard South High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Millard South High School offer ?
Millard South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Millard South High School part of?
Millard South High School is part of Millard School District.
In what neighborhood is Millard South High School located?
Millard South High School is located in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 12 other public schools located in Millard.
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