Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Hay Springs High School ranks in the top 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% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher 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 20% 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: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hay Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hay Springs High School's student population of 59 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Hay Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hay Springs High School is 0.35, 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
#425 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Hay Springs High School's ranking?
Hay Springs High School is ranked #425 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hay Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Hay Springs High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hay Springs High School?
59 students attend Hay Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hay Springs High School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hay Springs High School?
Hay Springs High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hay Springs High School offer ?
Hay Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hay Springs High School part of?
Hay Springs High School is part of Hay Springs School District.
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