Serving 132 students in grades 7-12, Blue Hill High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than 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: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Hill High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 149.3 square miles around Blue Hill, NE. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Hill High School's student population of 132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Blue Hill High School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Hill 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
#86 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
93%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Hill High School's ranking?
Blue Hill High School is ranked #86 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Blue Hill High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Blue Hill High School?
132 students attend Blue Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Blue Hill 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 Blue Hill High School?
Blue Hill High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blue Hill High School offer ?
Blue Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Hill High School part of?
Blue Hill High School is part of Blue Hill Community Schools.
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