Serving 224 students in grades 9-12, Nemaha Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nemaha Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Nemaha Central High School's student population of 224 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Nemaha Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nemaha Central High School is 0.10, 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
#400 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nemaha Central High School's ranking?
Nemaha Central High School is ranked #400 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Nemaha Central High School often compared to?
Nemaha Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabetha High School, Centralia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nemaha Central High School?
The graduation rate of Nemaha Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nemaha Central High School?
224 students attend Nemaha Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Nemaha Central High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nemaha Central High School?
Nemaha Central High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nemaha Central High School offer ?
Nemaha Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nemaha Central High School part of?
Nemaha Central High School is part of Nemaha Central School District.
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