Serving 122 students in grades 7-12, Morrill 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morrill High School's student population of 122 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morrill 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 Morrill High School is 0.47, 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
#756 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
32%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrill High School's ranking?
Morrill High School is ranked #756 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morrill High School?
The graduation rate of Morrill High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Morrill High School?
122 students attend Morrill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Morrill High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morrill High School?
Morrill High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morrill High School offer ?
Morrill High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morrill High School part of?
Morrill High School is part of Morrill School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is much better than Mitchell Public Schools. Great teachers, excellent classes where as Mitchell Public Schools are just, if that, sub-par.
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