Serving 302 students in grades 7-12, Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malcolm Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Malcolm, NE, encompassing approximately 80.1 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest point of 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Malcolm Jr/sr High School's student population of 302 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1919
School Rankings
Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malcolm Jr/sr High School is 0.12, 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
#119 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
94%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)8.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malcolm Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School is ranked #119 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Malcolm Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Malcolm Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln East High School, Lincoln Southeast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Malcolm Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
302 students attend Malcolm Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Malcolm Jr/sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malcolm Jr/sr High School offer ?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malcolm Jr/sr High School part of?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School is part of Malcolm School District.
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