Serving 128 students in grades 7-12, Kenesaw Secondary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenesaw Secondary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Kenesaw, NE, encompassing approximately 109.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 6.7 miles and the furthest edge located 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenesaw Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kenesaw Secondary School's student population of 128 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenesaw Secondary 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 Kenesaw Secondary School is 0.10, 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
#208 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenesaw Secondary School's ranking?
Kenesaw Secondary School is ranked #208 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Kenesaw Secondary School often compared to?
Kenesaw Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenesaw Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Kenesaw Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Kenesaw Secondary School?
128 students attend Kenesaw Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kenesaw Secondary School students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenesaw Secondary School?
Kenesaw Secondary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kenesaw Secondary School offer ?
Kenesaw Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenesaw Secondary School part of?
Kenesaw Secondary School is part of Kenesaw School District.
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