Serving 1,728 students in grades 9-12, North 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 20% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North High School's student population of 1,728 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Mascot
Viking
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
North 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 North High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#848 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
48%
7%
White
21%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #848 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Northwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of North High School?
The graduation rate of North High School is 72%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend North High School?
1,728 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does North High School offer ?
North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North High School part of?
North High School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is North High School located?
North High School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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