Mitchell High School is located in Mitchell, Nebraska, United States. In the 2005–06 school year, the school had a population of about 305 students in grades 7–12. Mitchell High School is a member of the Nebraska School Activities Association. The socioeconomic status of the students is low-middle to middle income.
Serving 257 students in grades 7-12, Mitchell Secondary 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mitchell Secondary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Mitchell Secondary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Secondary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Secondary School's ranking?
Mitchell Secondary School is ranked #338 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Mitchell Secondary School often compared to?
Mitchell Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gering High School, Scottsbluff Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mitchell Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Mitchell Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mitchell Secondary School?
257 students attend Mitchell Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mitchell Secondary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mitchell Secondary School?
Mitchell Secondary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mitchell Secondary School offer ?
Mitchell Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mitchell Secondary School part of?
Mitchell Secondary School is part of Mitchell School District.
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