Serving 130 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Secondary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lyons, NE, covering approximately 156.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.5 miles away.
- 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 130 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northeast Secondary 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 Northeast Secondary School is 0.31, 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
#385 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)13.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Northeast Secondary School's ranking?
Northeast Secondary School is ranked #385 out of 901 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Northeast Secondary School?
130 students attend Northeast Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northeast Secondary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Secondary School part of?
Northeast Secondary School is part of Lyons-Decatur Northeast Schools.
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