Serving 183 students in grades 7-12, Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 4% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School's student population of 183 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#236 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 is Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School is ranked #236 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School?
183 students attend Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School?
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School offer ?
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School part of?
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School is part of Elmwood-Murdock School District.
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