Gothenburg High School is a secondary school located in Gothenburg, Nebraska, United States.
Serving 371 students in grades 7-12, Gothenburg Secondary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gothenburg Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gothenburg Secondary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1883
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Excellence is an Expectation!
School Rankings
Gothenburg Secondary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gothenburg Secondary School is 0.17, 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
#450 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Gothenburg Secondary School's ranking?
Gothenburg Secondary School is ranked #450 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Gothenburg Secondary School often compared to?
Gothenburg Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cozad High School, Lexington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gothenburg Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Gothenburg Secondary School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gothenburg Secondary School?
371 students attend Gothenburg Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gothenburg Secondary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gothenburg Secondary School?
Gothenburg Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gothenburg Secondary School offer ?
Gothenburg Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gothenburg Secondary School part of?
Gothenburg Secondary School is part of Gothenburg School District.
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