Serving 68 students in grades 7-12, Verdigre High School ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (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
Top Rankings
Verdigre High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Verdigre High School's student population of 68 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Verdigre 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 Verdigre High School is 0.32, 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
#460 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Verdigre High School's ranking?
Verdigre High School is ranked #460 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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%.
How many students attend Verdigre High School?
68 students attend Verdigre High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Verdigre High School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verdigre High School?
Verdigre High School has a student ration of 7:1, 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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