Serving 375 students in grades 7-12, Fairbury Jr-sr 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairbury Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fairbury Jr-sr High School's student population of 375 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education Empowering Future Leaders Through Education
School Rankings
Fairbury Jr-sr 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 Fairbury Jr-sr High School is 0.28, 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
#635 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
84%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairbury Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Fairbury Jr-sr High School is ranked #635 out of 901 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairbury Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Fairbury Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fairbury Jr-sr High School?
375 students attend Fairbury Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Fairbury Jr-sr High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairbury Jr-sr High School?
Fairbury Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairbury Jr-sr High School offer ?
Fairbury Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairbury Jr-sr High School part of?
Fairbury Jr-sr High School is part of Fairbury Public Schools.
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