Serving 120 students in grades 7-12, Pawnee City Secondary 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pawnee City Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pawnee City Secondary School's student population of 120 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Pawnee City Public Schools, where we cultivate well-rounded students for the future, is committed to preparing students for success in life by embracing challenges and providing meaningful opportunities in a small school environment.
School Rankings
Pawnee City Secondary 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 Pawnee City Secondary School is 0.06, 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
#772 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pawnee City Secondary School's ranking?
Pawnee City Secondary School is ranked #772 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pawnee City Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Pawnee City Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pawnee City Secondary School?
120 students attend Pawnee City Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pawnee City Secondary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pawnee City Secondary School?
Pawnee City Secondary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pawnee City Secondary School offer ?
Pawnee City Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pawnee City Secondary School part of?
Pawnee City Secondary School is part of Pawnee City School District.
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