Serving 141 students in grades 7-12, Kenesaw Secondary 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 4% 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: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% 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
Kenesaw Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kenesaw Secondary School's student population of 141 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenesaw Secondary 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 Kenesaw Secondary School is 0.08, 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
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
63%
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
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenesaw Secondary School's ranking?
Kenesaw Secondary School is ranked #203 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Kenesaw Secondary School often compared to?
Kenesaw Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelton High School by visitors of our site.
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 Kenesaw Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Kenesaw Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kenesaw Secondary School?
141 students attend Kenesaw Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kenesaw Secondary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenesaw Secondary School?
Kenesaw Secondary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kenesaw Secondary School offer ?
Kenesaw Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kenesaw Secondary School part of?
Kenesaw Secondary School is part of Kenesaw School District.
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