Serving 314 students in grades 7-12, Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Malcolm Jr/sr High School's student population of 314 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malcolm Jr/sr High School is 0.12, 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
#152 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
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 Malcolm Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School is ranked #152 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Malcolm Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Malcolm Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Southeast High School, Lincoln East High School by visitors of our site.
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Malcolm Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 85%.
How many students attend Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
314 students attend Malcolm Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Malcolm Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 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 Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malcolm Jr/sr High School offer ?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Malcolm Jr/sr High School part of?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School is part of Malcolm Public Schools School District.
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