Serving 63 students in grades 9-12, Lawrence/nelson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence/nelson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lawrence/nelson High School's student population of 63 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence/nelson 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 Lawrence/nelson 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
#791 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence/nelson High School's ranking?
Lawrence/nelson High School is ranked #791 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence/nelson High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence/nelson High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lawrence/nelson High School?
63 students attend Lawrence/nelson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lawrence/nelson High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence/nelson High School?
Lawrence/nelson High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lawrence/nelson High School offer ?
Lawrence/nelson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lawrence/nelson High School part of?
Lawrence/nelson High School is part of South Central Nebraska Unified 5 School District.
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