Serving 179 students in grades 7-12, Sutton Secondary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sutton Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sutton Secondary School's student population of 179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sutton Secondary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutton Secondary School is 0.35, 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
#270 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Sutton Secondary School's ranking?
Sutton Secondary School is ranked #270 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Sutton Secondary School often compared to?
Sutton Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandy Creek High School, Harvard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sutton Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Sutton Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sutton Secondary School?
179 students attend Sutton Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sutton Secondary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sutton Secondary School?
Sutton Secondary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sutton Secondary School offer ?
Sutton Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Sutton Secondary School part of?
Sutton Secondary School is part of Sutton School District.
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