At Mount Michael Benedictine School in Elkhorn, Nebraska, it’s about more than just numbers – though we think our numbers are pretty impressive. We are a Catholic college preparatory school for outstanding young men. Mount Michael features both day and residential/boarding programs, plus a curriculum that stresses academic excellence across a wide spectrum of subjects. But the education our students receive goes well beyond academics: it’s a way of life grounded in a Benedictine tradition going back nearly 1,500 years – a tradition that teaches our students the faith-based values of community, hospitality, integrity, service, and moderation. Put it all together, and our results speak volumes: an average ACT score of 28.5 (the highest in the state); an average of some $100,000 in college scholarships per senior; a diverse student body hailing from states around America and 10 foreign countries; a school-average GPA of 3.41; alumni who go on to not only succeed in advanced careers, but also to make the world a better place. Recent graduates have been accepted to a host of prestigious universities, including Stanford, Notre Dame, Cal Poly, and NYU. Mount Michael has earned national recognition by making the list of U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Schools. What’s more, our school shows its pride through the Knights athletics and extracurricular programs – which together boast 32 state championships. It’s the total package of outstanding academics, championship extracurricular offerings, and Benedictine values that sets Mount Michael apart, leading to both exceptional numbers and, more importantly, outstanding graduates.
Mount Michael’s college prep education is designed to challenge and strengthen each student’s academic skills in preparation for college. Ultimately, it is our goal to enable every student to reach his educational and career potential. Mount Michael’s faculty and staff provide a rich learning environment that emphasizes the value of quality scholarship and challenges each student to reach the next level. Due to the strong academic potential of the student body, young men are challenged by their peers as well as by their teachers.
In meeting the demands of quality academic work students at Mount Michael develop valuable time management and study skills.
While at Mount Michael students not only learn how to learn but become well-rounded individuals. We believe growth in one’s Faith and involvement in extracurricular activities plays an important part in the development of young men. The Mount Michael community takes great pride in our students’ accomplishments inside and outside of the classroom.
At Mount Michael students receive an unsurpassed educational experience with a curriculum that ranks with the best in the nation. The Mount Michael student body truly appreciates the opportunities they are given and help one another grow into young men who are not only ready for college but for life.
