Serving 171 students in grades 7-12, Southern Jr-sr 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Jr-sr High School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Jr-sr 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 Southern Jr-sr High School is 0.22, 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
#809 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Southern Jr-sr High School is ranked #809 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Southern Jr-sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southern Jr-sr High School?
171 students attend Southern Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Southern Jr-sr High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Jr-sr High School?
Southern Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southern Jr-sr High School offer ?
Southern Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Southern Jr-sr High School part of?
Southern Jr-sr High School is part of Southern School District 1.
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