Serving 1,124 students in grades 9-12, Gretna High School ranks in the top 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 61% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gretna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gretna High School's student population of 1,124 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Gretna High 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 Gretna High School is 0.20, 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
#314 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gretna High School's ranking?
Gretna High School is ranked #314 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Gretna High School often compared to?
Gretna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Platteview Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gretna High School?
The graduation rate of Gretna High School is 98%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gretna High School?
1,124 students attend Gretna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gretna High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gretna High School?
Gretna High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gretna High School offer ?
Gretna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gretna High School part of?
Gretna High School is part of Gretna School District.
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