Serving 170 students in grades 7-12, Kimball Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: KIMBALL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kimball, NE, covering approximately 718.8 square miles. Parents should expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 25.7 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimball Jr/sr High School's student population of 170 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kimball Jr/sr 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 Kimball Jr/sr High School is 0.27, 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
#586 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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)15.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Kimball Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Kimball Jr/sr 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kimball Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Kimball Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Kimball Jr/sr High School?
170 students attend Kimball Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kimball Jr/sr High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimball Jr/sr High School?
Kimball Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kimball Jr/sr High School offer ?
Kimball Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kimball Jr/sr High School part of?
Kimball Jr/sr High School is part of Kimball School District.
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