Serving 242 students in grades 9-12, Nemaha Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nemaha Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nemaha Central High School's student population of 242 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nemaha Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nemaha Central High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#408 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Nemaha Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nemaha Central High School's ranking?
Nemaha Central High School is ranked #408 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Nemaha Central High School often compared to?
Nemaha Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabetha High School, Centralia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nemaha Central High School?
The graduation rate of Nemaha Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nemaha Central High School?
242 students attend Nemaha Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Nemaha Central High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nemaha Central High School?
Nemaha Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nemaha Central High School offer ?
Nemaha Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nemaha Central High School part of?
Nemaha Central High School is part of Nemaha Central School District.
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