Malcolm Junior/Senior High School is a public secondary school located in Malcolm, Nebraska, United States.
Serving 305 students in grades 7-12, Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Malcolm Jr/sr High School's student population of 305 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1919
School Rankings
Malcolm Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malcolm Jr/sr High School is 0.10, 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
#119 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Malcolm Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School is ranked #119 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Malcolm Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Malcolm Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Southeast High School, Lincoln East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Malcolm Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
305 students attend Malcolm Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Malcolm Jr/sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm Jr/sr High School?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malcolm Jr/sr High School offer ?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malcolm Jr/sr High School part of?
Malcolm Jr/sr High School is part of Malcolm School District.
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