Serving 37 students in grades 9-12, Banner County 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Banner County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harrisburg, NE, covering approximately 808 square miles, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 18.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 30.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Banner County High School's student population of 37 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Banner County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banner County High School is 0.27, 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
#565 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
35%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banner County High School's ranking?
Banner County High School is ranked #565 out of 901 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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Banner County High School?
The graduation rate of Banner County High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Banner County High School?
37 students attend Banner County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Banner County High School students are White, and 16% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banner County High School?
Banner County High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Banner County High School offer ?
Banner County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banner County High School part of?
Banner County High School is part of Banner County School District.
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