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The best Nebraska high schools for athletes? According to one study, these are top 25
TL;DR
A recent study ranks the top 25 high schools in Nebraska for athletes based on various factors including state championships and student participation. The rankings highlight the state's legacy in sports, featuring legends like Bob Gibson and Gale Sayers.
Key points
- Study ranks top 25 high schools in Nebraska for athletes
- Criteria include state championships and student participation
- Bob Gibson and Gale Sayers are notable Nebraska athletes
Everyone knows of Nebraska’s run as one of the top college football programs in the 1990’s but on an individual basis, several high school legends have come from the state.
Bob Gibson and Gale Sayers paved the way for modern athletes to continue putting the state ahead as one of the Midwest’s premier sporting sites.
Which high schools in Nebraska are considered the best for athletes today?
According to a study conducted by Niche, which accounts for survey feedback from students and parents—accounting for "reviews of athletics, number of state championships, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered at the school"—and data from the U.S. Department of Education, these are the top 25.
25. Mount Michael Benedictine High School (Elkhorn)
Total number of sports: 17
24. Pius X High School (Lincoln)
Total number of sports: 19
23. Aquinas High School (David City)
Total number of sports: 9
22. Papillion La Vista South High School
Total number of sports: 21
21. Bergan Catholic School (NE)
Total number of sports: 9
20. Millard South High School (Omaha)
Total number of sports: 20
19. Lincoln Lutheran Middle/High School
Total number of sports: 15
18. Bennington Secondary School
Total number of sports: 5
17. Norfolk Catholic School
Total number of sports: 18
16. Sidney High School
Total number of sports: 8
15. Wahoo High School
Total number of sports: 11
14. Auburn High School
Total number of sports: 14
13. Elkhorn High School
Total number of sports: 19
12. Lincoln East High School
Total number of sports: 17
11. Kearney Senior High School
Total number of sports: 19
10. Gretna High School
Total number of sports: 19
9. Roncalli Catholic High School (Omaha)
Total number of sports: 26
8. Southwest High School (Lincoln)
Total number of sports: 24
7. Westside High School (Omaha)
Total number of sports: 22
6. Marian High School (Omaha)
Total number of sports: 11
5. Bellevue West High School
Total number of sports: 21
4. St. Cecilia High School (Hastings)
Total number of sports: 7
3. Scottsbluff Senior High School
Total number of sports: 17
2. Creighton Preparatory School (Omaha)
Total number of sports: 11
1. Skutt Catholic High School (Omaha)
Total number of sports: 26
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: See which Nebraska high schools were named best for athletes in 2026
Q&A
What criteria were used to rank the best high schools for athletes in Nebraska?
The rankings were based on survey feedback from students and parents, reviews of athletics, number of state championships, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered.
Which high school is ranked number 25 for athletes in Nebraska?
Mount Michael Benedictine High School in Elkhorn is ranked number 25 for athletes in Nebraska.
Who are some famous athletes that came from Nebraska high schools?
Notable athletes from Nebraska high schools include Bob Gibson and Gale Sayers, who have contributed to the state's reputation in sports.