Serving 124 students in grades 7-12, Burwell Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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: 124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burwell Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Burwell Jr-sr High School's student population of 124 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Burwell 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 Burwell Jr-sr 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
#497 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
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
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burwell Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Burwell Jr-sr High School is ranked #497 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burwell Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Burwell Jr-sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Burwell Jr-sr High School?
124 students attend Burwell Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Burwell Jr-sr High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burwell Jr-sr High School?
Burwell Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burwell Jr-sr High School offer ?
Burwell Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burwell Jr-sr High School part of?
Burwell Jr-sr High School is part of Burwell School District.
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