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 2,579 students in grades 9-12, Millard South High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 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 2,579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 156 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
156 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Millard South High School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millard South High School's ranking?
Millard South High School is ranked #366 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 87%, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Millard South High School?
2,579 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 American Indian.
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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