Serving 135 students in grades 7-12, Pleasanton 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasanton High School's student population of 135 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasanton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasanton High School is 0.08, 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
#689 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Pleasanton High School's ranking?
Pleasanton High School is ranked #689 out of 902 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasanton High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasanton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pleasanton High School?
135 students attend Pleasanton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pleasanton High School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasanton High School?
Pleasanton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasanton High School offer ?
Pleasanton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasanton High School part of?
Pleasanton High School is part of Pleasanton School District.
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