Serving 126 students in grades 9-12, Cross County High School ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cross County High School's student population of 126 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Cross County 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 Cross County High School is 0.19, 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
#460 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Cross County High School's ranking?
Cross County High School is ranked #460 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cross County High School?
The graduation rate of Cross County High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cross County High School?
126 students attend Cross County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cross County High School students are White, 7% 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 Cross County High School?
Cross County High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cross County High School offer ?
Cross County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross County High School part of?
Cross County High School is part of Cross County Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
The quality of acacademic programs is excellant.
There should be more choices for music other than choir or band. THer classes should include more advanced topics for students who hae excelled in classes and wish to have their knowledge tested.
Keep on giving academic and athletic rewards.
The facilities are nice, though having a sky jack for the wrestling mats wouldn't hurt. I also believe that 5 mph for a speed limit in the facilty parking lot is excessively low. I car doesn't even have an idle speed of 5 mph. I believe the speed limit should be corrected to a speed of around 15 mph.
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