Serving 38 students in grades 7-12, Mc Pherson County Secondary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mc Pherson County Secondary School's student population of 38 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mc Pherson County Secondary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 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 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
84%
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 #255 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% 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?
38 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
What school district is Mc Pherson County Secondary School part of?
Mc Pherson County Secondary School is part of MC Pherson County Schools School District.
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