Serving 77 students in grades 7-12, Niobrara Secondary 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 6:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Niobrara Secondary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Niobrara, NE, covering approximately 193.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Niobrara Secondary School's student population of 77 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Niobrara Secondary 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 Niobrara Secondary School is 0.53, 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
#749 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
56%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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)44.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Niobrara Secondary School's ranking?
Niobrara Secondary School is ranked #749 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Niobrara Secondary School often compared to?
Niobrara Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niobrara Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Niobrara Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Niobrara Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Niobrara Secondary School?
77 students attend Niobrara Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Niobrara Secondary School students are American Indian, 40% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niobrara Secondary School?
Niobrara Secondary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Niobrara Secondary School offer ?
Niobrara Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Niobrara Secondary School part of?
Niobrara Secondary School is part of Niobrara School District.
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