Serving 84 students in grades 7-12, Niobrara Secondary 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niobrara Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Niobrara Secondary School's student population of 84 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Niobrara Secondary 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 Niobrara Secondary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#830 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
46%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
44%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niobrara Secondary School's ranking?
Niobrara Secondary School is ranked #830 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niobrara Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Niobrara Secondary School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Niobrara Secondary School?
84 students attend Niobrara Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Niobrara Secondary School students are American Indian, 44% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niobrara Secondary School?
Niobrara Secondary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Niobrara Secondary School offer ?
Niobrara Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Niobrara Secondary School part of?
Niobrara Secondary School is part of Niobrara Public Schools School District.
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