Serving 210 students in grades 7-12, Doniphan-trumbull Secondary ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (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 6% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doniphan-trumbull Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Doniphan-trumbull Secondary's student population of 210 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Doniphan-trumbull Secondary 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 Doniphan-trumbull Secondary 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
#236 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doniphan-trumbull Secondary's ranking?
Doniphan-trumbull Secondary is ranked #236 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Doniphan-trumbull Secondary often compared to?
Doniphan-trumbull Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Island Senior High School, Northwest 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doniphan-trumbull Secondary?
The graduation rate of Doniphan-trumbull Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Doniphan-trumbull Secondary?
210 students attend Doniphan-trumbull Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Doniphan-trumbull Secondary students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doniphan-trumbull Secondary?
Doniphan-trumbull Secondary has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doniphan-trumbull Secondary offer ?
Doniphan-trumbull Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Doniphan-trumbull Secondary part of?
Doniphan-trumbull Secondary is part of Doniphan-Trumbull School District.
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