Serving 91 students in grades 9-12, Osceola High 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (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 9% 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: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Osceola High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Osceola, NE, covering approximately 128.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 9 miles and the furthest point located 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Osceola High School's student population of 91 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
91 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Osceola High 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 Osceola High School is 0.17, 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
#549 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bulldog colors
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osceola High School's ranking?
Osceola High School is ranked #549 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osceola High School?
The graduation rate of Osceola High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Osceola High School?
91 students attend Osceola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Osceola High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osceola High School?
Osceola High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Osceola High School offer ?
Osceola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osceola High School part of?
Osceola High School is part of Osceola School District.
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