Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Harvard High School ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Harvard High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Harvard High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvard High School is 0.47, 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
#460 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
37%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
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 Harvard High School's ranking?
Harvard High School is ranked #460 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Harvard High School often compared to?
Harvard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandy Creek High School, Sutton Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harvard High School?
The graduation rate of Harvard High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harvard High School?
60 students attend Harvard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Harvard High School students are White, and 37% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harvard High School?
Harvard High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harvard High School offer ?
Harvard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harvard High School part of?
Harvard High School is part of Harvard School District.
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