Gretna East High School serves 1,009 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,009 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gretna East High School's student population of 1,009 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,009 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gretna East 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gretna East High School?
1,009 students attend Gretna East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Gretna East High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gretna East High School?
Gretna East High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gretna East High School offer ?
Gretna East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gretna East High School part of?
Gretna East High School is part of Gretna School District.
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