Keya Paha County High School, located on Courthouse Drive off NE 12 in Springview, Nebraska, is an architectural example of county high schools created for the widely distributed children in the region.
Serving 39 students in grades 7-12, Keya Paha County 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 5:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: KEYA PAHA COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Springview, NE, covering approximately 797.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 16.6 miles and the furthest edge located 28.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keya Paha County High School's student population of 39 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Keya Paha County 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 Keya Paha County High 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
#678 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
2%
23%
White
95%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
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 Keya Paha County High School's ranking?
Keya Paha County High School is ranked #678 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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 Keya Paha County High School?
The graduation rate of Keya Paha County High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Keya Paha County High School?
39 students attend Keya Paha County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Keya Paha County High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keya Paha County High School?
Keya Paha County High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Keya Paha County High School offer ?
Keya Paha County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keya Paha County High School part of?
Keya Paha County High School is part of Keya Paha County Schools.
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