Serving 157 students in grades 7-12, Southern Valley Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Valley Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Southern Valley Jr/sr High School's student population of 157 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Valley Jr/sr 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 Southern Valley Jr/sr High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#469 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Valley Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Southern Valley Jr/sr High School is ranked #469 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Valley Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Southern Valley Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Southern Valley Jr/sr High School?
157 students attend Southern Valley Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Southern Valley Jr/sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Valley Jr/sr High School?
Southern Valley Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southern Valley Jr/sr High School offer ?
Southern Valley Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Southern Valley Jr/sr High School part of?
Southern Valley Jr/sr High School is part of Southern Valley Schools School District.
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