Buena Vista High School serves 1,153 students in grades 9-11.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 1,153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buena Vista High School's student population of 1,153 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
1,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Buena Vista High School is 0.53, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
22%
Black
13%
7%
White
16%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Buena Vista High School?
1,153 students attend Buena Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Buena Vista High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista High School?
Buena Vista High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Buena Vista High School offer ?
Buena Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Buena Vista High School part of?
Buena Vista High School is part of Omaha School District.
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