Serving 120 students in grades 7-12, Deshler High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deshler High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Deshler, NE school district, covering approximately 160.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deshler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Deshler High School's student population of 120 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Deshler 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 Deshler High School is 0.26, 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
#468 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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)
30-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Deshler High School's ranking?
Deshler High School is ranked #468 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deshler High School?
The graduation rate of Deshler High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Deshler High School?
120 students attend Deshler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Deshler High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deshler High School?
Deshler High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Deshler High School offer ?
Deshler High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deshler High School part of?
Deshler High School is part of Deshler School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great high school! The last in Thayer county to not be consolidated. Newer facility with great teachers and wonderful class sizes. The teachers really care about you and are dedicated to their job. Opportunities are plentiful here.
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