Serving 95 students in grades 7-12, Leigh High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Leigh High School serves the entire district of Leigh, NE, covering an area of approximately 111.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leigh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leigh High School's student population of 95 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Leigh High School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leigh High School is 0.15, 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
#28 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leigh High School's ranking?
Leigh High School is ranked #28 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leigh High School?
The graduation rate of Leigh High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leigh High School?
95 students attend Leigh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Leigh High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leigh High School?
Leigh High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leigh High School offer ?
Leigh High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leigh High School part of?
Leigh High School is part of Leigh Community Schools.
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