Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Boone Central High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boone Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Boone Central High School's student population of 198 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boone Central High 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 Boone Central High School is 0.19, 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
#203 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boone Central High School's ranking?
Boone Central High School is ranked #203 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boone Central High School?
The graduation rate of Boone Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Boone Central High School?
198 students attend Boone Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Boone Central High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boone Central High School?
Boone Central High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boone Central High School offer ?
Boone Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Boone Central High School part of?
Boone Central High School is part of Boone Central Schools School District.
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