Serving 127 students in grades 9-12, Gordon-rushville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon-rushville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gordon-rushville High School's student population of 127 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Gordon-rushville 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 Gordon-rushville High School is 0.55, 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
#525 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
64%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Gordon-rushville High School's ranking?
Gordon-rushville High School is ranked #525 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gordon-rushville High School?
The graduation rate of Gordon-rushville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gordon-rushville High School?
127 students attend Gordon-rushville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gordon-rushville High School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon-rushville High School?
Gordon-rushville High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gordon-rushville High School offer ?
Gordon-rushville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon-rushville High School part of?
Gordon-rushville High School is part of Gordon-Rushville Public Schools.
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