Serving 144 students in grades 7-12, Morrill 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morrill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morrill High School's student population of 144 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morrill 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 Morrill High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#771 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrill High School's ranking?
Morrill High School is ranked #771 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morrill High School?
The graduation rate of Morrill High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Morrill High School?
144 students attend Morrill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Morrill High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morrill High School?
Morrill High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morrill High School offer ?
Morrill High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Morrill High School part of?
Morrill High School is part of Morrill School District.
School Reviews
5 9/18/2014
It is much better than Mitchell Public Schools. Great teachers, excellent classes where as Mitchell Public Schools are just, if that, sub-par.
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