Serving 452 students in grades 7-12, Adams Central Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams Central Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hastings, NE, covering approximately 332.7 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Central Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Adams Central Jr-sr High School's student population of 452 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres
Average Class Size
80 students
School Motto
Engaging Community. Empowering Students.
School Rankings
Adams Central Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Central Jr-sr High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#384 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red, Blue
School Mascot
Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Central Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Adams Central Jr-sr High School is ranked #384 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Adams Central Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Adams Central Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adams Central Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Adams Central Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Adams Central Jr-sr High School?
452 students attend Adams Central Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Adams Central Jr-sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Central Jr-sr High School?
Adams Central Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Adams Central Jr-sr High School offer ?
Adams Central Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Central Jr-sr High School part of?
Adams Central Jr-sr High School is part of Adams Central School District.
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