Serving 97 students in grades 7-12, Anselmo-merna 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 30-39% (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 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anselmo-merna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Anselmo-merna High School's student population of 97 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Anselmo-merna 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 Anselmo-merna High School is 0.02, 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
#647 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
99%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Anselmo-merna High School's ranking?
Anselmo-merna High School is ranked #647 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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anselmo-merna High School?
The graduation rate of Anselmo-merna High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Anselmo-merna High School?
97 students attend Anselmo-merna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Anselmo-merna High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anselmo-merna High School?
Anselmo-merna High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Anselmo-merna High School offer ?
Anselmo-merna High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anselmo-merna High School part of?
Anselmo-merna High School is part of Anselmo-Merna School District.
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