Serving 85 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 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osceola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Osceola High School's student population of 85 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Mascot
Bulldogs
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 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Osceola High School?
85 students attend Osceola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Osceola High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osceola High School?
Osceola High School has a student ration of 9:1, 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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