Serving 36 students in grades 7-12, Loup County 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 <50% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). 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 5:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loup County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Loup County High School's student population of 36 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Loup County 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 Loup County High School is 0.41, 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
#571 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
75%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Loup County High School's ranking?
Loup County High School is ranked #571 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loup County High School?
The graduation rate of Loup County High School is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 86%.
How many students attend Loup County High School?
36 students attend Loup County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Loup County High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loup County High School?
Loup County High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Loup County High School offer ?
Loup County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loup County High School part of?
Loup County High School is part of Loup County School District.
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