Serving 1,729 students in grades 9-12, Gretna High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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: 1,729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gretna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gretna High School's student population of 1,729 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gretna 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 Gretna 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
#107 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gretna High School's ranking?
Gretna High School is ranked #107 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Gretna High School often compared to?
Gretna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Platteview Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gretna High School?
The graduation rate of Gretna High School is 96%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gretna High School?
1,729 students attend Gretna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Gretna High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gretna High School?
Gretna High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gretna High School offer ?
Gretna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gretna High School part of?
Gretna High School is part of Gretna School District.
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