Boys Town High School is a beacon of hope for America's children and families through its life-changing youth care and health care programs across the United States.
Founded by Father Edward Flanagan in 1917, Boys Town is now 90 years strong.
Through a continuum of family services, the nonprofit, nonsectarian organization provides the right services at the right time based on a child's or family's needs.
Boys Town offers children and families services in their own homes, or, when necessary, family-like out-of-home services to children with special treatment needs.
Boys Town works with communities and schools in order to meet the growing and more diverse needs of today's children and families.
Mission Changing the way America cares for children and families by providing and promoting a continuum of care that strengthens body, mind and spirit.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Boys Town Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Student Body
Total Students
275 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Boys Town Schools often compared to?
Boys Town Schools is often viewed alongside schools like Omaha Street School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Boys Town Schools?
The application deadline for Boys Town Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Boys Town Schools located?
Boys Town Schools is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Boys Town, NE.
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