Serving 164 students in grades 7-12, Hartington Newcastle High School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (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 9:1 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: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartington Newcastle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Hartington Newcastle High School's student population of 164 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hartington Newcastle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartington Newcastle 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
#278 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartington Newcastle High School's ranking?
Hartington Newcastle High School is ranked #278 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Hartington Newcastle High School?
The graduation rate of Hartington Newcastle High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hartington Newcastle High School?
164 students attend Hartington Newcastle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hartington Newcastle High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartington Newcastle High School?
Hartington Newcastle High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hartington Newcastle High School offer ?
Hartington Newcastle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Hartington Newcastle High School part of?
Hartington Newcastle High School is part of Hartington Newcastle School District.
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