Serving 112 students in grades 7-12, Mead High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mead High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Mead, NE, encompassing approximately 93.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.3 miles and the furthest edge approximately 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mead High School's student population of 112 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
112 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mead Public Schools, families, and community shall provide learning opportunities that challenge and encourage all learners.
School Rankings
Mead High 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 Mead High School is 0.15, 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
#414 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
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)18.8%
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Mead High School's ranking?
Mead High School is ranked #414 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Mead High School often compared to?
Mead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wahoo High School, Cedar Bluffs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mead High School?
The graduation rate of Mead High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Mead High School?
112 students attend Mead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mead High School students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mead High School?
Mead High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mead High School offer ?
Mead High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mead High School part of?
Mead High School is part of Mead School District.
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