Serving 63 students in grades 7-12, Newman Grove High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newman Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newman Grove High School's student population of 63 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newman Grove High School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newman Grove High School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newman Grove High School's ranking?
Newman Grove High School is ranked #163 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Newman Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Newman Grove High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Newman Grove High School?
63 students attend Newman Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Newman Grove High School students are White, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newman Grove High School?
Newman Grove High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newman Grove High School offer ?
Newman Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Newman Grove High School part of?
Newman Grove High School is part of Newman Grove Public Schools School District.
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