Serving 1,039 students in grades 9-12, Ralston 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 25% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ralston High School's student population of 1,039 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Ralston 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 Ralston High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#819 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
22%
Black
7%
7%
White
44%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ralston Rams
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralston High School's ranking?
Ralston High School is ranked #819 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Ralston High School often compared to?
Ralston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ralston High School?
The graduation rate of Ralston High School is 78%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ralston High School?
1,039 students attend Ralston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ralston High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ralston High School?
Ralston High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ralston High School offer ?
Ralston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralston High School part of?
Ralston High School is part of Ralston School District.
In what neighborhood is Ralston High School located?
Ralston High School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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