Serving 48 students in grades 9-12, Minatare High School ranks in the bottom 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minatare High School serves the entire district of Minatare, NE, covering an area of 15.4 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minatare High School's student population of 48 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
It is the mission of Minatare Public Schools to provide a culture of learning and excellence where every person matters.
School Rankings
Minatare High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minatare High School is 0.58, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#749 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minatare High School's ranking?
Minatare High School is ranked #749 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Minatare High School?
The graduation rate of Minatare High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Minatare High School?
48 students attend Minatare High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Minatare High School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minatare High School?
Minatare High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Minatare High School offer ?
Minatare High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minatare High School part of?
Minatare High School is part of Minatare School District.
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