Sarpy County continues to grow, especially in the direction of Lincoln, along I-80. This is where you’ll find Gretna, Nebraska. The town is growing so much that they’ve anticipated the need for a second high school, Gretna East High School will join Gretna High School starting with fall classes in 2023.
The new high school will welcome 9th-11th grade students. Seniors for the 2023-24 school year will finish out at Gretna High School so as to remain with their graduating class. [Gretna Public Schools] The town of Gretna has approximately 5,000 residents, while the school district encompasses more than 30,000 residents. With a capacity for 1,600 students, first year enrollment is expected around 750. [World-Herald]
Gretna East High School is located at 180th and Lincoln Road, between Hwy 370 and Cornhusker Road. The school colors will be gold, silver, and black and the mascot is Gretna East Griffins. While Gretna HS remains a class A school for sports, Gretna East HS will open as a class B school.
There will be an open house July 28th from 4-6pm. Gretna Days is the same weekend, so you have a reason to visit.
You can follow along with all my school district info on the Omaha Metro Public School Districts page.
Sources
- Gretna Public Schools: Gretna East High School
- OWH: With $120 million price tag, Gretna East to open Aug. 10 with 750 students
