Serving 111 students in grades 7-12, Deshler 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 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- 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: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deshler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Deshler High School's student population of 111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Deshler 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 Deshler High School is 0.21, 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)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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
13%
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 Deshler High School's ranking?
Deshler 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 Deshler High School?
The graduation rate of Deshler High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Deshler High School?
111 students attend Deshler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Deshler High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deshler High School?
Deshler High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Deshler High School offer ?
Deshler High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deshler High School part of?
Deshler High School is part of Deshler School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2008
Great high school! The last in Thayer county to not be consolidated. Newer facility with great teachers and wonderful class sizes. The teachers really care about you and are dedicated to their job. Opportunities are plentiful here.
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