Kearney High School is a public high school in Kearney, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Kearney Public Schools district. It is one of two high schools in Kearney.
Serving 1,654 students in grades 9-12, Kearney 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 53% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kearney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kearney High School's student population of 1,654 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Better Together
School Mascot
Bearcats
School Rankings
Kearney High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kearney High School is 0.37, 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
#554 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kearney High School's ranking?
Kearney High School is ranked #554 out of 901 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kearney High School?
The graduation rate of Kearney High School is 94%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kearney High School?
1,654 students attend Kearney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kearney High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kearney High School?
Kearney High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kearney High School offer ?
Kearney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kearney High School part of?
Kearney High School is part of Kearney School District.
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