Serving 163 students in grades 7-12, Southern Jr-sr 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Southern Jr-sr High School's student population of 163 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Jr-sr 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 Southern Jr-sr High School is 0.24, which is less 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
#819 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Southern Jr-sr High School is ranked #819 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Southern Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southern Jr-sr High School?
163 students attend Southern Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Southern Jr-sr High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Jr-sr High School?
Southern Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southern Jr-sr High School offer ?
Southern Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Jr-sr High School part of?
Southern Jr-sr High School is part of Southern School District 1.
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