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 54 students in grades 9-12, West Kearney High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Kearney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Kearney High School's student population of 54 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1879
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
West Kearney High School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Kearney High School is 0.69, 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
#440 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
30%
22%
Black
44%
7%
White
15%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
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 West Kearney High School's ranking?
West Kearney High School is ranked #440 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Kearney High School?
The graduation rate of West Kearney High School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Kearney High School?
54 students attend West Kearney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of West Kearney High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Kearney High School?
West Kearney High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Kearney High School offer ?
West Kearney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Kearney High School part of?
West Kearney High School is part of West Kearney High School District.
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