Serving 170 students in grades 7-12, Hartington Newcastle High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hartington Newcastle High School serves the western part of its school district in Hartington, NE, encompassing an area of approximately 249.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 17.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartington Newcastle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hartington Newcastle High School's student population of 170 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Hartington Newcastle High School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartington Newcastle High School is 0.13, 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
#194 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartington Newcastle High School's ranking?
Hartington Newcastle High School is ranked #194 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Hartington Newcastle High School?
The graduation rate of Hartington Newcastle High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hartington Newcastle High School?
170 students attend Hartington Newcastle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hartington Newcastle High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartington Newcastle High School?
Hartington Newcastle High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hartington Newcastle High School offer ?
Hartington Newcastle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hartington Newcastle High School part of?
Hartington Newcastle High School is part of Hartington Newcastle School District.
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