Serving 346 students in grades 7-12, Pierce Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierce Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pierce Jr/sr High School's student population of 346 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pierce Jr/sr High 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 Pierce Jr/sr High School is 0.13, 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
#199 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Pierce Jr/sr High School is ranked #199 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pierce Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Pierce Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pierce Jr/sr High School?
346 students attend Pierce Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pierce Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierce Jr/sr High School?
Pierce Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pierce Jr/sr High School offer ?
Pierce Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pierce Jr/sr High School part of?
Pierce Jr/sr High School is part of Pierce School District.
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