Papillion-La Vista Senior High School, often referred to as Papio, PLHS, or ‘’’Monarchs’’’ is located in Papillion, Nebraska, United States and is operated by the Papillion-La Vista ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District. Its school colors are maroon and gold, and the Mascot is monarchs.
Serving 1,873 students in grades 9-12, Papillion La Vista Senior 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 59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Papillion La Vista Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Papillion La Vista Senior High School's student population of 1,873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Be Known for Greatness
School Mascot
Monarch
School Rankings
Papillion La Vista Senior 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 Papillion La Vista Senior High School is 0.47, 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
#468 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Monarch
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Papillion La Vista Senior High School's ranking?
Papillion La Vista Senior High School is ranked #468 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Papillion La Vista Senior High School often compared to?
Papillion La Vista Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Papillion La Vista South High School, Bellevue East Sr High School, Platteview Senior 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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Papillion La Vista Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Papillion La Vista Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Papillion La Vista Senior High School?
1,873 students attend Papillion La Vista Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Papillion La Vista Senior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Papillion La Vista Senior High School?
Papillion La Vista Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Papillion La Vista Senior High School offer ?
Papillion La Vista Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Papillion La Vista Senior High School part of?
Papillion La Vista Senior High School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District.
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