Serving 370 students in grades 7-12, Fairbury Jr-sr 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 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairbury Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fairbury Jr-sr High School's student population of 370 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education Empowering Future Leaders Through Education
School Rankings
Fairbury Jr-sr 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 Fairbury Jr-sr High School is 0.31, 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
#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)
45-49%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
23%
White
82%
61%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairbury Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Fairbury Jr-sr High School is ranked #635 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?
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 Fairbury Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Fairbury Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fairbury Jr-sr High School?
370 students attend Fairbury Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Fairbury Jr-sr High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairbury Jr-sr High School?
Fairbury Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairbury Jr-sr High School offer ?
Fairbury Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairbury Jr-sr High School part of?
Fairbury Jr-sr High School is part of Fairbury School District.
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