Serving 80 students in grades 7-12, Potter-dix Jr/sr High 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potter-dix Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Potter-dix Jr/sr High School's student population of 80 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Potter-dix Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potter-dix Jr/sr High School is 0.10, 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
#320 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Potter-dix Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Potter-dix Jr/sr High School is ranked #320 out of 902 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Potter-dix Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Potter-dix Jr/sr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Potter-dix Jr/sr High School?
80 students attend Potter-dix Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Potter-dix Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potter-dix Jr/sr High School?
Potter-dix Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Potter-dix Jr/sr High School offer ?
Potter-dix Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Potter-dix Jr/sr High School part of?
Potter-dix Jr/sr High School is part of Potter-Dix School District.
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