Serving 108 students in grades 7-12, Loomis Secondary 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loomis Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Loomis Secondary School's student population of 108 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Loomis Secondary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loomis Secondary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#555 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loomis Secondary School's ranking?
Loomis Secondary School is ranked #555 out of 902 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loomis Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Loomis Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Loomis Secondary School?
108 students attend Loomis Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Loomis Secondary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loomis Secondary School?
Loomis Secondary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loomis Secondary School offer ?
Loomis Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Loomis Secondary School part of?
Loomis Secondary School is part of Loomis Public Schools School District.
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