Serving 1,880 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln Southeast High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Southeast High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lincoln Southeast High School's student population of 1,880 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Lincoln Southeast High School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Southeast High School is 0.50, 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
#201 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
69%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Lincoln Southeast High School's ranking?
Lincoln Southeast High School is ranked #201 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lincoln Southeast High School often compared to?
Lincoln Southeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln East High School, Southwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Southeast High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Southeast High School is 83%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln Southeast High School?
1,880 students attend Lincoln Southeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lincoln Southeast High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Southeast High School?
Lincoln Southeast High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln Southeast High School offer ?
Lincoln Southeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Southeast High School part of?
Lincoln Southeast High School is part of Lincoln School District.
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