Serving 1,024 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 17% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralston High School's student population of 1,024 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,024 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
White, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Ralston 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 Ralston High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#855 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
23%
Black
6%
7%
White
42%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ralston Rams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralston High School's ranking?
Ralston High School is ranked #855 out of 901 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% 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 81%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ralston High School?
1,024 students attend Ralston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ralston High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 6% 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 17:1, 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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