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Empowered to question.
Equipped to lead.
Duchesne Academy is a Catholic, independent, all-girls, college-prep high school in the heart of Omaha. Duchesne educates young women to be active participants in their own development. We provide a safe, loving place for them to learn how to evaluate complex matters with poise and discernment.
Unique Education Rooted in Sacred Heart Values
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Students will come to discover and explore the complexities of the world, historical connections, and current issues.
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The area is designed around the maker space principles and encourages creativity, problem solving, and risktaking.
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Duchesne Academy offers a multitude of classes in visual and performing arts with numerous opportunities for students to share their gifts and talents through exhibitions and performances.
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At Duchesne, sustainability is not just an academic concept, but rather a community-wide commitment to improving the school and the broader world in which we live.
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With 17 athletic clubs and teams, Duchesne Academy's competitive legacy continues to shine.
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The Duchesne Impact
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
Students receive individualized attention.
100%
Graduation and College Acceptance Rate
Every member of the Class of 2024 matriculated to a four-year college or university.
91%
Students feel supported by friends, family, and adults at school.
Compared to schools across the country, Duchesne Academy ranks in the 99th percentile for supportive relationships.
50+
Student Clubs and Activities
Opportunities for every student.
75%
Athletics Participation
Three out of four students participate in at least one sport.
10
Average Years of Teacher Tenure
Not only is Duchesne a great place to learn, it is a great place to work.
News & Events
![Duchesne Academy Recognized Among 2025 Best Schools in America]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728319873/duchesneacademyorg/btsjgabwky7ohgtxlqwh/Untitleddesign26.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728319873/duchesneacademyorg/btsjgabwky7ohgtxlqwh/Untitleddesign26.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728319873/duchesneacademyorg/btsjgabwky7ohgtxlqwh/Untitleddesign26.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728319873/duchesneacademyorg/btsjgabwky7ohgtxlqwh/Untitleddesign26.jpg","width":1080}])
Duchesne Academy is proud to announce it has been nationally recognized as one of the Best Schools in America by Niche, the country’s leading college and school search platform. Niche has ranked Duchesne Academy as #1 for Best Catholic High Schools in Nebraska for 2025!