Serving 57 students in grades 9-12, Medicine Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Medicine Valley Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Curtis, NE, covering approximately 305.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 23.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medicine Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Medicine Valley High School's student population of 57 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Medicine Valley 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 Medicine Valley High School is 0.29, 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
#341 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
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)40.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Medicine Valley High School's ranking?
Medicine Valley High School is ranked #341 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Medicine Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Medicine Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Medicine Valley High School?
57 students attend Medicine Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Medicine Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medicine Valley High School?
Medicine Valley High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Medicine Valley High School offer ?
Medicine Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Medicine Valley High School part of?
Medicine Valley High School is part of Medicine Valley School District.
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