Serving 53 students in grades 9-12, Mullen 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% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mullen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mullen High School's student population of 53 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
53 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mullen 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 Mullen High School is 0.04, 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
#425 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%

Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
2%
22%

Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
62%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Mullen High School's ranking?
Mullen High School is ranked #425 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mullen High School?
The graduation rate of Mullen High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mullen High School?
53 students attend Mullen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mullen High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mullen High School?
Mullen High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mullen High School offer ?
Mullen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mullen High School part of?
Mullen High School is part of Mullen School District.
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