Serving 56 students in grades 9-12, Cody-kilgore 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 ≥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 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cody-kilgore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cody-kilgore High School's student population of 56 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Committed. Knowledgeable. Unified. Successful.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cody-kilgore High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
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 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cody-kilgore High School?
The graduation rate of Cody-kilgore High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cody-kilgore High School?
56 students attend Cody-kilgore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cody-kilgore High School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cody-kilgore High School?
Cody-kilgore High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cody-kilgore High School offer ?
Cody-kilgore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cody-kilgore High School part of?
Cody-kilgore High School is part of Cody-Kilgore School District.
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