Serving 1,064 students in grades 9-12, Scottsbluff Senior 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 38% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,064 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scottsbluff Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Scottsbluff Senior High School's student population of 1,064 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,064 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day!
School Rankings
Scottsbluff Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scottsbluff Senior High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#717 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
53%
61%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scottsbluff Senior High School's ranking?
Scottsbluff Senior High School is ranked #717 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Scottsbluff Senior High School often compared to?
Scottsbluff Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gering High School, Mitchell Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scottsbluff Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Scottsbluff Senior High School is 89%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Scottsbluff Senior High School?
1,064 students attend Scottsbluff Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Scottsbluff Senior High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scottsbluff Senior High School?
Scottsbluff Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scottsbluff Senior High School offer ?
Scottsbluff Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scottsbluff Senior High School part of?
Scottsbluff Senior High School is part of Scottsbluff School District.
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