Serving 1,172 students in grades 9-12, South Sioux 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 34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Sioux High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Sioux High School's student population of 1,172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
South Sioux 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 South Sioux High School is 0.51, 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
#696 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
68%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
14%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 South Sioux High School's ranking?
South Sioux High School is ranked #696 out of 902 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Sioux High School?
The graduation rate of South Sioux High School is 87%, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Sioux High School?
1,172 students attend South Sioux High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Sioux High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Sioux High School?
South Sioux High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Sioux High School offer ?
South Sioux High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Sioux High School part of?
South Sioux High School is part of So Sioux City Community Schools School District.
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