Serving 152 students in grades 7-12, Plainview Secondary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainview Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Plainview Secondary School's student population of 152 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plainview Secondary School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainview Secondary School is 0.20, 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
#152 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainview Secondary School's ranking?
Plainview Secondary School is ranked #152 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plainview Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Plainview Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Plainview Secondary School?
152 students attend Plainview Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Plainview Secondary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plainview Secondary School?
Plainview Secondary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plainview Secondary School offer ?
Plainview Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Plainview Secondary School part of?
Plainview Secondary School is part of Plainview Public Schools School District.
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