Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Hay Springs High School ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hay Springs High School serves the entire district of Hay Springs, NE, covering an area of approximately 305.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 24.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hay Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hay Springs High School's student population of 59 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Motto
Empower students to S.O.A.R.: Show pride through success, Own opportunities, Act positively to achieve, Respect all.
School Rankings
Hay Springs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hay Springs High School is 0.35, 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
#573 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hay Springs High School's ranking?
Hay Springs High School is ranked #573 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hay Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Hay Springs High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hay Springs High School?
59 students attend Hay Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hay Springs High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hay Springs High School?
Hay Springs High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hay Springs High School offer ?
Hay Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hay Springs High School part of?
Hay Springs High School is part of Hay Springs School District.
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