Serving 40 students in grades 7-12, Mc Pherson County Secondary School ranks in the top 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for MC PHERSON COUNTY SECONDARY SCHOOL encompasses the entire school district in Tryon, NE, covering approximately 821.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 27.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mc Pherson County Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mc Pherson County Secondary School's student population of 40 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mc Pherson County Secondary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mc Pherson County Secondary School is 0.00, 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
#386 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
22.6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mc Pherson County Secondary School's ranking?
Mc Pherson County Secondary School is ranked #386 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mc Pherson County Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Mc Pherson County Secondary School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mc Pherson County Secondary School?
40 students attend Mc Pherson County Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mc Pherson County Secondary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mc Pherson County Secondary School?
Mc Pherson County Secondary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mc Pherson County Secondary School offer ?
Mc Pherson County Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mc Pherson County Secondary School part of?
Mc Pherson County Secondary School is part of MC Pherson County Schools.
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