Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, North Bend Central High School ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Bend Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in North Bend, NE, covering approximately 256.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Bend Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Bend Central High School's student population of 174 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Bend Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Bend Central High School is 0.12, 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
#303 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 North Bend Central High School's ranking?
North Bend Central High School is ranked #303 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are North Bend Central High School often compared to?
North Bend Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont Senior High School, Logan View Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Bend Central High School?
The graduation rate of North Bend Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend North Bend Central High School?
174 students attend North Bend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Bend Central High School students are White, 4% 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 North Bend Central High School?
North Bend Central High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Bend Central High School offer ?
North Bend Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Bend Central High School part of?
North Bend Central High School is part of North Bend Central School District.
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