Serving 152 students in grades 9-12, Valentine 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valentine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Valentine High School's student population of 152 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
152 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Valentine 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 Valentine High School is 0.38, 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
#555 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1

American Indian
8%
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
6%
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
78%
62%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine High School's ranking?
Valentine High School is ranked #555 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valentine High School?
The graduation rate of Valentine High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valentine High School?
152 students attend Valentine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Valentine High School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valentine High School?
Valentine High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valentine High School offer ?
Valentine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valentine High School part of?
Valentine High School is part of Valentine Community Schools School District.
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