Serving 97 students in grades 9-12, Cedar Bluffs 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 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Bluffs High School's student population of 97 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar Bluffs 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 Cedar Bluffs High School is 0.17, 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)
30-39%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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 Cedar Bluffs High School's ranking?
Cedar Bluffs High School is ranked #635 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Cedar Bluffs High School often compared to?
Cedar Bluffs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wahoo High School, Mead High School by visitors of our site.
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 Cedar Bluffs High School?
The graduation rate of Cedar Bluffs High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cedar Bluffs High School?
97 students attend Cedar Bluffs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cedar Bluffs High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Bluffs High School?
Cedar Bluffs High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cedar Bluffs High School offer ?
Cedar Bluffs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Bluffs High School part of?
Cedar Bluffs High School is part of Cedar Bluffs Public Schools.
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