Serving 140 students in grades 7-12, Neligh-oakdale 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 30-34% (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 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neligh-oakdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Neligh-oakdale High School's student population of 140 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neligh-oakdale 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 Neligh-oakdale High School is 0.23, 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
#748 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neligh-oakdale High School's ranking?
Neligh-oakdale High School is ranked #748 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Neligh-oakdale High School often compared to?
Neligh-oakdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Neligh-oakdale High School?
The graduation rate of Neligh-oakdale High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Neligh-oakdale High School?
140 students attend Neligh-oakdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Neligh-oakdale High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neligh-oakdale High School?
Neligh-oakdale High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Neligh-oakdale High School offer ?
Neligh-oakdale High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Neligh-oakdale High School part of?
Neligh-oakdale High School is part of Neligh-Oakdale Schools School District.
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