Kearney High School is a public high school in Kearney, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Kearney Public Schools district. It is one of two high schools in Kearney.
Serving 65 students in grades 8-12, West Kearney 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 <50% (which is lower than 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 4:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Kearney High School's student population of 65 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Better Together
School Rankings
West Kearney 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 West Kearney High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#586 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
48%
7%
White
25%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Kearney High School's ranking?
West Kearney High School is ranked #586 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?
<50% 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 West Kearney High School?
The graduation rate of West Kearney High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Kearney High School?
65 students attend West Kearney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Kearney High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Kearney High School?
West Kearney High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Kearney High School offer ?
West Kearney High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Kearney High School part of?
West Kearney High School is part of West Kearney High School District.
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