Serving 79 students in grades 7-12, Arnold High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Arnold High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Arnold, NE, encompassing an area of approximately 474.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arnold High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arnold High School's student population of 79 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Arnold High School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arnold High School is 0.15, 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
#127 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arnold High School's ranking?
Arnold High School is ranked #127 out of 901 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arnold High School?
The graduation rate of Arnold High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Arnold High School?
79 students attend Arnold High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Arnold High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arnold High School?
Arnold High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arnold High School offer ?
Arnold High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arnold High School part of?
Arnold High School is part of Arnold School District.
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