Serving 81 students in grades 9-12, Cambridge 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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cambridge High School's student population of 81 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cambridge 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 Cambridge High School is 0.04, 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)
40-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
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 Cambridge High School's ranking?
Cambridge 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 Cambridge High School?
The graduation rate of Cambridge High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cambridge High School?
81 students attend Cambridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Cambridge High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridge High School?
Cambridge High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cambridge High School offer ?
Cambridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cambridge High School part of?
Cambridge High School is part of Cambridge School District.
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