Serving 126 students in grades 7-12, Northeast Secondary 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northeast Secondary School's student population of 126 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northeast 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 Northeast Secondary School is 0.30, 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
#320 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
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
36%
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 Northeast Secondary School's ranking?
Northeast Secondary School is ranked #320 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Northeast Secondary School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northeast Secondary School?
126 students attend Northeast Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northeast Secondary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast Secondary School?
Northeast Secondary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northeast Secondary School offer ?
Northeast Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northeast Secondary School part of?
Northeast Secondary School is part of Lyons-Decatur Northeast Schs School District.
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