Serving 80 students in grades 7-12, Verdigre High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Verdigre High School's student population of 80 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Showing 1995–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 1995–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Verdigre High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verdigre High School is 0.19, 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
#364 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 1995–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
23%
White
90%
61%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verdigre High School's ranking?
Verdigre High School is ranked #364 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Verdigre High School?
The graduation rate of Verdigre High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Verdigre High School?
80 students attend Verdigre High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Verdigre High School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verdigre High School?
Verdigre High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Verdigre High School offer ?
Verdigre High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verdigre High School part of?
Verdigre High School is part of Verdigre School District.
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