Serving 120 students in grades 7-12, Loup City 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loup City High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 379.4 square miles around Loup City, NE. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 11.7 miles and the furthest point reaching 18.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loup City High School's student population of 120 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loup City 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 Loup City High School is 0.19, 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
#737 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
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)28.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
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 Loup City High School's ranking?
Loup City High School is ranked #737 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loup City High School?
The graduation rate of Loup City High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Loup City High School?
120 students attend Loup City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Loup City High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loup City High School?
Loup City High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loup City High School offer ?
Loup City High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loup City High School part of?
Loup City High School is part of Loup City School District.
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