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Education is the basis of tomorrow, and tomorrow looks pretty bright for Bellevue. Renowned for its education and school achievements, Bellevue works hard to meet the needs of the next generation. Both public and private school options are available as well as regionally accredited university to service the city.

Bellevue Public Schools is the fourth largest schools district in Nebraska, with 14 elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools. Academically, Bellevue Schools continually score high on national and state standardizes tests. The standards are high for both students and teachers.

Bellevue Public Schools the district of choice

2 High Schools 3 Middle Schools 14 elementary schools
www.BellevuePublicschools.org

  • Lowest tax rate in the metro area
  • No student fees
  • Comprehensive safety program developed by former military security specialists
  • Pledge of Allegiance said in every classroom every day
  • Full day kindergarten in all schools
  • Free summer school program for students (enrichment and remediation)
  • Top notch facilities with no portable classrooms
  • All schools are accredited by Nebraska Department of Education and North Central Association, the highest possible ratings
  • Bellevue is one of five school districts in the state selected as a model district by the Nebraska Department of Education
  • Bellevue is one of two school districts in the state to receive "Exemplary" ratings at all grade levels for their assessments and student achievement on the state report card
  • Award-winning special education and high ability learner (gifted) programs
  • Two nationally-recognized large Air Force JROTC programs
  • Best marching bands in the state
  • Outstanding programs that have included numerous state championships in basketball, volleyball, track, wrestling, and power lifting
  • State and national trophies in debate, forensics, drama, band, music, DECA, FBLA, Science Olympiad, Skills USA, Knowledge Bowl, Science Bowl, Future Cities, etc.

Private Schools

Many independent or religiously-affiliated private schools are located in the Bellevue community. Private schools give parents the option of selecting an educational institution with a smaller student-teacher ratio, traditional or alternative curriculum offerings, and other specialty programs. Many schools administer standardized testing programs, which measure the effectiveness of instruction and the selected curriculum.

Bellevue Christian
Academy 1400
Harvell Drive
Bellevue NE, 68005
402.898.4BCA

Cornerstone Christian School
3704 370 Plaza
Bellevue, NE 68123
402.292.1030
www.cornerstonechristianschool.org

Daniel J. Gross High School
7700 South 43rd
Bellevue, NE 68147
402.734.2000
www.Grosscatholic.org

Golden Hills Seventh-Day Adventist School
3009 Golden Blvd
Bellevue, NE 68123
402.291.6864
www.goldenhillsschool.org

Pilgrim Lutheran Kindergarten
2311 Fairview Rd.
Bellevue, NE 68123
402.293.2813
www.pilgrim-lutheran.org

St. Bernadette's School
7600 South 42nd Street
Omaha, NE 68147
402.731.3033
No site available at this time

St. Mary's Church and School
811 West 23rd Avenue
Bellevue, NE 68005
402.291.1350
www.stmarysbellevue.com

Higher Education
Bellevue University
1000 Galvin Road, South
Bellevue, NE 68005
402-291-8100
800-756-7920
www.Bellevue.edu

Nebraska’s fastest growing University – Bellevue University, a liberal arts university with its main campus located in the heart of Bellevue. Founded in 1966, BU offers a wide variety of opportunities and flexibility to help anyone achieve their career goals after graduation.

More than 45 bachelor degrees and six graduate degrees are available. Under graduates can earn their bachelor’s in accounting, sports management, business administration, various computer degrees, environmental science, sociology, psychology, physical education and more. The university also has an accelerated program as well as an online program for those who want a change or want to start their careers fast.

Outside academics, BU has an athletics program that competes at a national level. The school has basketball, baseball and soccer programs for men, as well as softball, volleyball, and soccer for women. Many of the teams host summer camps for area youth during the summer months to give back to the community.

From start to finish, Bellevue has it covered when it comes to learning. Strong community support and dedicated volunteers help today’s generation of youth become tomorrow’s generation of leaders.

Area Higher Education Links:

Bellevue University (402) 291-8100
(800) 756-7920
www.bellevue.edu

Clarkson College (402) 552-3100
(800) 647-5500
www.clarksoncollege.edu

College of Saint Mary (402) 399-2405
(800) 926-5534
www.csm.edu

Creighton University (402) 280-2700
www.creighton.edu

Dana College (402) 426-7200
(800) 444-3262
www.dana.edu

Grace University (402) 449-2800
(800) 383-1422
www.graceu.edu

Metropolitan Community College (402) 457-2400
(800) 228-9553
www.mccneb.edu

University of Nebraska-Omaha (402) 554-2800
www.unomaha.edu

University of Nebraska Medical Center (402) 559-4000
www.unmc.edu

University of Phoenix-Omaha
www.phoenix.edu