Papillion La Vista South High School

Papillion La Vista South High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
10799 Highway 370,  Papillion, NE
Papillion-La Vista School District
4.1
3.4
1,982 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jeffrey Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
56%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
A-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
56%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
119
Full Time Teachers
119
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
600
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
18
AP Pass Rate
58.3%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
390:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.7%
Female
47.3%
White
80.6%
Hispanic
7.5%
Two or more races
4.8%
Black
4.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Nebraska - Lincoln 498 Students
University of Nebraska at Omaha 475 Students
Creighton University 190 Students
Colorado State University 130 Students
Iowa State University 115 Students
Wayne State College 113 Students
University of Nebraska at Kearney 111 Students
Kansas State University 104 Students
Northwest Missouri State University 101 Students
Nebraska Wesleyan University 95 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 126 Students
Biology 122 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 103 Students
Business 98 Students
Nursing 95 Students
Marketing 48 Students
Education 47 Students
Computer Science 40 Students
Criminology 36 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 33 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 232 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/12/2025
My time at Papillion south has been wonderful. Though I have clashed with some teachers, who hasn't? I participate in the performing arts department and the treatment we get is amazing. They truly put forth their best for us and the season and I've met so many wonderful people at papio south. I've grown as a person, coming out of my shell as well while attending this school. The experiences I've had will never leave me, and I am forever grateful for the growth and encouragement I've gotten from here.
5.0 Senior
11/20/2024
my experience here at south been amazing they are very supportive with the activities i am i love all the students and teachers here they make me feel welcomed
5.0 Senior
10/30/2024
Papillion La-Vista South is a fantastic High School that is always catering to it's students. Always renovating and making sure the school is in it's best state.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/26/2025
I couldn't recommend this school or the district more. Learning at an advanced pace, our kids tend to be ahead of their peers in other districts. Communication is the best it can be, in my opinion. I've only dealt with a couple non-responses, but I can imagine with that many students, emails can get...
2.0 parent
11/15/2023
This is supposed to be a top notch school in our area. However, this is only true because most of the students attending already have great scores and parents who care. In reality, there is minimal teacher support, grace, or collaboration with parents. Teachers don't respond to emails nor does admin...
5.0 parent
4/16/2023
Absolutely love this school! Kids are happy here, great education and excellent, hard working and very caring staff. Highly recommend
5.0 student
12/14/2015
It is one of the best schools to go at. The staff there goes out of their way to help the student population, they even help out after they graduate. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! (: GO TITANS!!!

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Papillion La Vista South High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Papillion, NE, in the Papillion neighborhood, and is served by the Papillion-La Vista School District in Nebraska. The school has a total enrollment of 1,982 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 56% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Papillion La Vista South High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $414,459. Discover additional schools in the area, like Sword of the Spirit Christian School, Liberty Middle School, Papillion Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Papillion has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Papillion La Vista South High School.

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