Serving 581 students in grades 9-12, Gering High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gering High School's student population of 581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gering High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gering High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
64%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gering High School's ranking?
Gering High School is ranked #653 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Gering High School often compared to?
Gering High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scottsbluff Senior High School, Mitchell Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gering High School?
The graduation rate of Gering High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Gering High School?
581 students attend Gering High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gering High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gering High School?
Gering High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gering High School offer ?
Gering High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gering High School part of?
Gering High School is part of Gering Public Schools School District.
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