Serving 233 students in grades 7-12, Jr-sr High School At Palmyra ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jr-sr High School At Palmyra ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jr-sr High School At Palmyra's student population of 233 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jr-sr High School At Palmyra ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jr-sr High School At Palmyra is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#310 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jr-sr High School At Palmyra's ranking?
Jr-sr High School At Palmyra is ranked #310 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jr-sr High School At Palmyra?
The graduation rate of Jr-sr High School At Palmyra is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Jr-sr High School At Palmyra?
233 students attend Jr-sr High School At Palmyra.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jr-sr High School At Palmyra students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jr-sr High School At Palmyra?
Jr-sr High School At Palmyra has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jr-sr High School At Palmyra offer ?
Jr-sr High School At Palmyra offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Jr-sr High School At Palmyra part of?
Jr-sr High School At Palmyra is part of Palmyra District O R 1 School District.
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