Serving 205 students in grades 7-12, Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 10:1 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 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmwood-Murdock Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Murdock, NE, encompassing approximately 113.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School's student population of 205 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 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 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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)7.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School is ranked #95 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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 87.3%.
How many students attend Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School?
205 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, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School?
Elmwood-murdock Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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